Optimizing phosphorus input and straw return enhances soil health: Insights into microbial functional gene indicators in Solanum lycopersicum

Key Points

• Soil health indicators improve significantly with optimized phosphorus input and straw return.
• Over 30% increase in microbial functional gene abundance was noted, indicating enhanced soil microbial activity.
• Assessment using microbial gene indicators reveals valuable insights into soil health and fertility.
• Highlights the need for sustainable agricultural practices in crop production systems for better soil management.