Compost‐induced changes in microbial community reinforce the ecosystem functioning of sandy loam soil in China

In China, the extensive distribution of sandy loam soils, which are often low in fertility, highlights the need for effective remediation strategies. Compost application has emerged as a promising approach for improving soil health and supporting ecological restoration. However, the relationship between compost‐induced soil properties and microbial functioning remains elusive. We examined the intricate relationships among soil properties, microbial communities, and organic matter transformations in response to varying compost inputs (0, 15, 30, 45, and 60 t compost hm −2 ), examining how each level influenced soil dynamics and microbial interactions. The gradient compost input significantly decreased the bacterial richness but increased bacterial cohesion and community stability. The low‐abundant taxa (relative abundance