Role of nitrogen-rich compounds for increasing carbon sequestration in soil (2024-2027)

This project aims to unravel how increasing concentrations of nitrogen-rich compounds in soils can potentially increase our ability to sequester soil organic carbon. This is significant because long-term agricultural production greatly reduces soil organic carbon stocks and releases carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas. Expected outcomes of this project include providing information that is urgently needed to develop predictive carbon models for effective policy-making and improved management. This project should provide substantial benefits, including fulfilling the carbon sequestration potential of Australia¿TM)s soils, thereby delivering positive economic outcomes through increased farm-gate output and mitigation of climate change.