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Current knowledge on its production, physicochemical properties, and mechanisms of interaction with the soil environment is synthesized, with emphasis on nutrient storage, water dynamics, and plant responses. To link process-based understanding with practical application, a case-based approach integrates literature evidence with a previously published experimental study evaluating PLB in turfgrass systems under different fertilization and irrigation regimes. The case study illustrates how feedstock-specific properties, including alkaline pH, high cation exchange capacity, mineral enrichment, and a developed pore structure, contribute to enhanced soil functions and turfgrass performance. The combined evidence indicates that PLB may enhance nutrient storage, water availability, and fertilizer-use efficiency, particularly in intensively managed systems. 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