Valorization of reservoir bottom sediments as plant-growing media in agriculture and horticulture

Key Points

• Improved plant growth was observed with the use of reservoir sediments as growing media, indicating enhanced soil fertility.
• The analysis revealed nutrient availability was significantly higher with sediments than traditional media types.
• Evaluation involved using reservoir sediments across various plant species over multiple growth cycles, ensuring diverse applicability.
• These findings support the reuse of sediments, highlighting an innovative method for sustainable agriculture and horticulture practices.