Enhancing Rice Resilience with Liquid Silica: Evidence from Systematic Literature on Yield, Stem Strength, and Sustainability
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https://doi.org/10.34145/ivas.v1i1.3984Keywords:
Crop Yield, Fallen Paddy, Paddy Soil Fertility, Silicon Uptake, Plant Stress ToleranceAbstract
Global rice production faces persistent constraints, including fallen paddy, silicon (Si) deficiency, and declining soil fertility. While prior research has emphasised short-term outcomes, the long-term implications of liquid silica remain underexplored. This study systematically reviews the effects of liquid silica application on rice yield, stem strength, and soil sustainability, following the PRISMA 2020 protocol. Literature searches in Scopus and Web of Science (2015–2025) were screened using inclusion–exclusion criteria, MMAT quality appraisal, and thematic analysis via NVivo 14, resulting in 32 eligible studies. Findings indicate that liquid silica improves yield by 4.8–58%, reinforces stem structure through lignin and cellulose deposition, and reduces the lodging index by up to 22%. Long-term benefits include improved soil pH, cation exchange capacity, microbial activity, heavy metal immobilization, and carbon sequestration; however, risks associated with slag-derived fertilizers persist. Overall, liquid silica plays both productive and protective roles. Further cross-varietal and economic studies are recommended to strengthen adoption in sustainable rice systems.
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