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Khangar NS, Thangavel M. Assessment of the environmental impacts of soybean production within fields in Madhya Pradesh: a life cycle analysis approach. INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT 2025; 21:688-701. [PMID: 39899781 DOI: 10.1093/inteam/vjae052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2024] [Revised: 12/13/2024] [Accepted: 12/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2025]
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Soybean is a versatile crop that can be used as an oilseed or food crop. Increasing soybean production is beneficial to agricultural economies, but significant concerns have been raised about its environmental impacts. This study evaluates the environmental footprint of soybean production using life cycle assessment (LCA) within the "cradle-to-gate" system in Madhya Pradesh (central India) for the first time. The analysis demonstrated that untreated residue on the ground increases the global warming potential by 19.78 kg CO2 eq ha-1 and land use emissions by 3.61 m2a crop eq ha-1. Additionally, burning residue significantly increases global warming potential by 210.80 kg CO2 eq. ha-1. Furthermore, the potential for aquatic eutrophication ranges between 0.38 and 0.80 kg N eq. and between 0.16 and 0.21 kg P eq ha-1 for marine and freshwater systems, respectively. This assessment reinforces that global warming potential, fossil resource scarcity, acidification, and land use emissions are the primary environmental concerns linked to soybean cultivation. These issues predominantly arise from fuel combustion in agricultural machinery and the application of soil nutrients throughout the production process. This investigation provides a basis for informed decision-making and the development of sustainable practices to balance the agricultural significance of soybean with environmental considerations.
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Affiliation(s)
- Nihal Singh Khangar
- Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 453552, India
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- Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 453552, India
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Gai Y, Liu S, Zhang Z, Wei J, Wang H, Liu L, Bai Q, Qin Q, Zhao C, Zhang S, Xiang N, Zhang X. Integrative Approaches to Soybean Resilience, Productivity, and Utility: A Review of Genomics, Computational Modeling, and Economic Viability. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2025; 14:671. [PMID: 40094561 PMCID: PMC11901646 DOI: 10.3390/plants14050671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2024] [Revised: 02/05/2025] [Accepted: 02/07/2025] [Indexed: 03/19/2025]
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Soybean is a vital crop globally and a key source of food, feed, and biofuel. With advancements in high-throughput technologies, soybeans have become a key target for genetic improvement. This comprehensive review explores advances in multi-omics, artificial intelligence, and economic sustainability to enhance soybean resilience and productivity. Genomics revolution, including marker-assisted selection (MAS), genomic selection (GS), genome-wide association studies (GWAS), QTL mapping, GBS, and CRISPR-Cas9, metagenomics, and metabolomics have boosted the growth and development by creating stress-resilient soybean varieties. The artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning approaches are improving genetic trait discovery associated with nutritional quality, stresses, and adaptation of soybeans. Additionally, AI-driven technologies like IoT-based disease detection and deep learning are revolutionizing soybean monitoring, early disease identification, yield prediction, disease prevention, and precision farming. Additionally, the economic viability and environmental sustainability of soybean-derived biofuels are critically evaluated, focusing on trade-offs and policy implications. Finally, the potential impact of climate change on soybean growth and productivity is explored through predictive modeling and adaptive strategies. Thus, this study highlights the transformative potential of multidisciplinary approaches in advancing soybean resilience and global utility.
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- Yuhong Gai
- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- Key Laboratory of Germplasm Resources Evaluation and Application of Changbai Mountain, Tonghua Normal University, Tonghua 134099, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
- Jilin Changfa Modern Agricultural Technology Group Co., Ltd., Changchun 130118, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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- College of Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Northern Salt-Alkali Tolerant Soybean Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China; (Y.G.); (S.L.); (L.L.); (Q.B.); (Q.Q.); (C.Z.); (S.Z.); (N.X.); (X.Z.)
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Wang K, Du C, Guo X, Xiong B, Yang L, Zhao X. Crop byproducts supplemented in livestock feeds reduced greenhouse gas emissions. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 355:120469. [PMID: 38432010 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.120469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Revised: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Crop byproducts can be supplemented in livestock feeds to improve the utilization of resources and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. We explored the mitigation potential of GHG emissions by supplementing crop byproducts in feeds based on a typical intensive dairy farm in China. Results showed that GHG emissions associated with production of forage were significantly decreased by 25.60 % when no GHG emissions were allocated to crop byproducts, and enteric methane emission was significantly decreased by 13.46 % on the basis of CO2 eq, g/kg fat and protein corrected milk. The supplementation did not affect lactation performance, rumen microbiota and microbial enzymes at the gene level. Metabolomics analysis revealed changes in amino acid catabolism of rumen fluid, which were probably responsible for more propionate production. In conclusion, supplementing crop byproducts in feeds can be a potential strategy to reduce GHG emissions of livestock.
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- Kun Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100193, China; Department of Animal Science, Shandong Vocational Animal Science and Veterinary College, Weifang, Shandong, 261061, China; Department of Animal Science, McGill University, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, H9X 3V9, Canada
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- State Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100193, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100193, China.
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- Department of Animal Science, McGill University, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, H9X 3V9, Canada.
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Lau CHF, Capitani S, Tien YC, Verellen LA, Kithama M, Kang H, Kiarie EG, Topp E, Diarra MS, Fruci M. Dynamic effects of black soldier fly larvae meal on the cecal bacterial microbiota and prevalence of selected antimicrobial resistant determinants in broiler chickens. Anim Microbiome 2024; 6:6. [PMID: 38360706 PMCID: PMC10868003 DOI: 10.1186/s42523-024-00293-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND We had earlier described the growth-promoting and -depressive effects of replacing soybean meal (SBM) with low (12.5% and 25%) and high (50% and 100%) inclusion levels of black soldier fly larvae meal (BSFLM), respectively, in Ross x Ross 708 broiler chicken diets. Herein, using 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing, we investigated the effects of replacing SBM with increasing inclusion levels (0-100%) of BSFLM in broiler diets on the cecal bacterial community composition at each growth phase compared to broilers fed a basal corn-SBM diet with or without the in-feed antibiotic, bacitracin methylene disalicylate (BMD). We also evaluated the impact of low (12.5% and 25%) inclusion levels of BSFLM (LIL-BSFLM) on the prevalence of selected antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in litter and cecal samples from 35-day-old birds. RESULTS Compared to a conventional SBM-based broiler chicken diet, high (50 to100%) inclusion levels of BSFLM (HIL-BSFLM) significantly altered the cecal bacterial composition and structure, whereas LIL-BSFLM had a minimal effect. Differential abundance analysis further revealed that the ceca of birds fed 100% BSFLM consistently harbored a ~ 3 log-fold higher abundance of Romboutsia and a ~ 2 log-fold lower abundance of Shuttleworthia relative to those fed a BMD-supplemented control diet at all growth phases. Transient changes in the abundance of several potentially significant bacterial genera, primarily belonging to the class Clostridia, were also observed for birds fed HIL-BSFLM. At the finisher phase, Enterococci bacteria were enriched in the ceca of chickens raised without antibiotic, regardless of the level of dietary BSFLM. Additionally, bacitracin (bcrR) and macrolide (ermB) resistance genes were found to be less abundant in the ceca of chickens fed antibiotic-free diets, including either a corn-SBM or LIL-BSFLM diet. CONCLUSIONS Chickens fed a HIL-BSFLM presented with an imbalanced gut bacterial microbiota profile, which may be linked to the previously reported growth-depressing effects of a BSFLM diet. In contrast, LIL-BSFLM had a minimal effect on the composition of the cecal bacterial microbiota and did not enrich for selected ARGs. Thus, substitution of SBM with low levels of BSFLM in broiler diets could be a promising alternative to the antibiotic growth promoter, BMD, with the added-value of not enriching for bacitracin- and macrolide-associated ARGs.
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- Calvin Ho-Fung Lau
- Ottawa Laboratory (Carling), Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Ottawa, ON, Canada.
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- Ottawa Laboratory (Carling), Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- London Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, London, ON, Canada
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- London Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, London, ON, Canada
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- Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Guelph, ON, Canada
- Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
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- London Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, London, ON, Canada
- School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
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- London Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, London, ON, Canada
- Agroécologie research unit, INRAE, Université de Bourgogne, Dijon, France
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- Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Guelph, ON, Canada
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- London Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, London, ON, Canada.
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada.
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Ibrahim RA, Inan H, Fahim IS. A comparative cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment of three cotton stalk waste sustainable applications. Sci Rep 2023; 13:20781. [PMID: 38012270 PMCID: PMC10682020 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-47817-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023] Open
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This paper presents a novel approach to utilizing agricultural waste. It compares three different applications for cotton stalks: fabrication of wood composites, bioethanol production, and biogas cradle-to-gate Life cycle assessment production processes. Cotton cultivation generates a lot of debris, mostly cotton stalks, which are incinerated or landfilled, Sustainable resource management is critical for maintaining the ecosystem, and economic stability, and promoting social fairness since it ensures the long-term availability of resources while minimizing environmental damage. The investigation uses the Ecological Footprint, Impact 2002 +, Global Warming Damage Potential, Greenhouse Gas Protocol, Recipe Midpoint, Ecosystem Damage Potential, and CML IA Baseline-open LCA-enabled environmental sustainability assessments. The analysis showed that bioethanol has a lower carbon footprint and climate change impact than both wood composite and biogas production processes, as a result, this could cause a preference for bioethanol production as an environmentally friendly strategy for cotton stalks utilization. While human toxicity was higher in the biogas production process, it emits less fossil CO2 than biogenic CO2. The total climate change of wood composite, bioethanol, and biogas production processes was 0.01761, 0.011300, and 0.01083 points, respectively. This research helps accomplish wider ecological and economic aims by giving insights into sustainable waste management practices.
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- Rana Adel Ibrahim
- Smart Engineering Systems Research Center, Nile University, Giza, Egypt.
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- Smart Engineering Systems Research Center, Nile University, Giza, Egypt
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- Smart Engineering Systems Research Center, Nile University, Giza, Egypt
- School of Industrial Engineering, Nile University, Giza, Egypt
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