Effects of organic matter amendments on net primary productivity and greenhouse gas emissions in annual grasslands
Authors:
Rebecca Ryals, Whendee Silver
Tags:
annual grassland ecosystem, California, grasslands, Mediterranean climate, methane, net primary productivity, nitrous oxide, soil respiration, United States of America
Journal:
Ecological Applications
Year Published:
2013
Policy Summary
This study tests out the effects of amending grassland soils with organic waste to increase net primary productivity (NPP) and carbon storage. Results found that even a single application of composted organic matter can increase grassland carbon storage. This has implications for rangeland management and climate change mitigation.
