The Role of Maize-Peanut Intercropping in Sustainable Agriculture and Efficiency in Sandy Soil Environments

Intercropping, the practice of cultivating two or more crops together, offers numerous advantages, including enhanced resource utilization, increased biodiversity, and improved yield stability. This review focuses on the intercropping efficiency of maize hybrids and peanuts under sandy soil conditions, exploring their agronomic, ecological, and economic benefits. Maize-peanut intercropping has been shown to optimize resource use, improve soil health, and enhance water use efficiency, peanuts' nitrogen-fixing ability enriches the soil, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers. The review also highlights the potential for increased yield, improved pest and disease management, and sustainable agricultural practices. Key factors such as crop compatibility, growth dynamics, nutrient competition, and economic returns are discussed. This cropping system offers promising prospects for sustainable agriculture in sandy soils, contributing to soil fertility, reduced input costs, and increased farm profitability.