Prof. Dr. Moreno Toselli is a leading academic figure in Agricultural and Biological Sciences, widely recognized for his extensive contributions to plant nutrition, soil fertility, and sustainable fruit production. He earned his foundational training in Agricultural Sciences followed by doctoral specialization in fruit tree mineral nutrition, laying the groundwork for a career dedicated to improving orchard systems through evidence-based agronomic strategies. Over the years, he has advanced through academic ranks to become a senior faculty member at the University of Bologna, where he has played a central role in teaching, research, and laboratory leadership across multiple horticultural disciplines. His professional experience spans decades of impactful work on nutrient uptake, stress physiology, organic amendments, biochar interactions, root dynamics, soil contamination, carbon allocation, irrigation optimization, and physiological responses of perennial fruit crops. He has coordinated and contributed to numerous regional, national, and international research projects focused on digital agriculture, circular nutrient management, sustainable fertilization, carbon sequestration, and precision horticulture, collaborating with scientific partners and industry stakeholders to translate research findings into practical applications. His expertise extends to editorial responsibilities in respected journals and active participation in professional societies, reinforcing his influence in shaping contemporary agricultural practices. With a research portfolio comprising 2,274 citations by 1,887 documents, 125 published works, and an h-index of 27, his scholarly output demonstrates sustained global impact and authority in the field. His investigations have advanced understanding of key processes such as nutrient mobility in soil–plant systems, the effects of organic and mineral fertilizers on tree performance, the mitigation of abiotic stress, and the development of innovative fertilization and monitoring tools for improving orchard efficiency. He has also contributed to training future scholars through extensive supervision of student research and active involvement in academic program development. Overall, his career reflects a commitment to scientific excellence, sustainability, and innovation, positioning him as a prominent contributor to advancing knowledge and improving management strategies in modern horticulture.
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Featured Publications:
1. Toselli, M. (2025). Seasonal uptake and partitioning of macro- and micronutrients in yellow-fleshed kiwifruit Actinidia chinensis var. chinensis.
2. Toselli, M. (2025). Optimization of irrigation on walnut through the IRRIFRAME water balance model. Irrigation Science.
3. Toselli, M.(2025). The use of grape pomace residues as a nutrient source in subtropical viticulture. Agronomy.
4. Toselli, M.(2025). Proposal of nutritional standards for the assessment of the nutritional status of grapevines in subtropical and temperate regions. Plants.
5. Toselli, M.(2025). Agronomic strategies to manipulate kiwifruit calcium content to understand its role in fruit physiology.
6. Toselli, M. (2025). Understanding the role of calcium in kiwifruit: Ion transport, signaling, and fruit quality.
7. Toselli, M.(2024). Assessment of contribution of cover crop littering decomposition to the N uptake of bearing and non-bearing satsuma mandarin trees.
8. Toselli, M.(2024). Cu concentration in vegetable-cultivated soil: Comparison between open fields and protected environments in Brazil.
9. Toselli, M.(2024). Carbon and nitrogen stocks in vineyard soils amended with grape pomace residues. Agronomy.
10. Toselli, M.(2024). Molecular responses to drought and waterlogging stresses of kiwifruit Actinidia chinensis var. deliciosa potted vines.