Optimizing root architecture with nitrogen fertilization to improve nitrogen accumulation and yield in soybean
This study demonstrates that application of 180 kg N ha<sup>-1</sup> at the beginning pod stage promotes root development, improves NUE and yield for spring soybean in Xinjiang. It is recommended as a sustainable high-yield practice for the region.
Authors
- Yan Xu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0758-9458)
- Zhang Jianxin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1629-048X)
- Q. Gao
- Cong Wang
Institutions
- Xinjiang Agricultural University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Plant Science
- Published
- 2026-01-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2026.1752272
- Primary Topic
- Plant nutrient uptake and metabolism
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00