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Title: THE ACCUMULATION OF MICROPLASTICS IN AGRICULTURAL SOILS: ECOLOGICAL CONSEQUENCES AND INNOVATIVE BIOREMEDIATION STRATEGIES
Author-Name: Eshonqulov Ravshan Abdurazakovich
Author-Email: ravshan_ecogis@yahoo.com
Author-Workplace-Name: University of Economy and pedagogy
Abstract: Agricultural soils are increasingly emerging as a global "sink" for microplastic (MP) particles, originating from plastic mulching, sewage sludge, and atmospheric deposition. This study investigates the profound impacts of MP accumulation on soil physico-chemical properties, microbial communities, and crop productivity. The primary objective is to evaluate the extent of MP contamination and develop a scalable bioremediation framework. Utilizing a multi-year field experiment (2024-2026) and laboratory analysis, we demonstrate that MP presence reduces soil water-holding capacity by 15-22% and significantly alters microbial metabolic pathways. We propose an integrated "Bioremediation System" utilizing Eisenia fetida (earthworms) in combination with a specialized microbial consortium capable of degrading polyethylene and polypropylene particles. Our results indicate a potential reduction in MP concentration by up to 60% within two growing seasons. These findings provide a scientific basis for sustainable soil management practices in the face of escalating plastic pollution.
Keywords: Microplastics, Soil Health, Bioremediation, Eisenia fetida, Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Toxicology.
Creation-Date: 2026-05-01
Journal: Synoptic: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research
Volume: 2
Issue: 1
Pages: 63-66
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Handle: RePEc:snp:journl:art-1781002927929