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Articles | Volume 12, issue 1
Articles | Volume 12, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/soil-12-133-2026
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https://doi.org/10.5194/soil-12-133-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
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Articles | Volume 12, issue 1
Original research article
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20 Feb 2026
Original research article |  | 20 Feb 2026

Comparative impact of bio-organic and inorganic fertilizer application on soil health, grain quality and yield stability in nutrient deficient regions

Azhar Hussain, Zafar Iqbal, Asma Sabir, Eman Alhomaidi, and Maqshoof Ahmad

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Wheat production in arid regions is limited by poor soil fertility and zinc deficiency. We tested eco-friendly solutions combining compost, zinc supplements, and beneficial microbes in field trials in Pakistan. The integrated approach boosted wheat growth, yield, and grain zinc levels while also improving soil health. These results show that bio-organic fertilization can sustainably enhance crop productivity and nutrition in dryland farming systems.
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