Background Research on beneficial mechanisms by plant-associated microbiomes, such as
plant growth stimulation and protection from plant pathogens, has gained considerable …

An increasing need for a more sustainable agriculturally-productive system is required in
order to preserve soil fertility and reduce soil biodiversity loss. Microbial biostimulants are …

Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is the most important legume for human consumption
worldwide and an important source of vegetable protein, minerals, antioxidants, and …

Soil microbiota plays an important role in the sustainable production of the different types of
agrosystems. Among the members of the plant microbiota, mycorrhizal fungi (MF) and plant …

The inoculation of plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) as biofertilizers is one of the most
efficient and sustainable strategies of rhizosphere manipulation leading to increased plant …

Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) are root endophytic bacteria used for growth
promotion, and they have broader applications in enhancing specific crop yield as a whole …

The most dominant arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) symbiont can be established on roots of
most terrestrial plants by beneficial AM fungi. A type of polycationic and aliphatic …

Cowpea can effectively form tripartite symbiotic associations with nitrogen-fixing bacteria
(NFB) and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) although the selection of compatible AMF …

Over four billion tons of foods are produced annually on the planet, and about a third is
wasted. A minimal part of this waste is incinerated or sent to landfills for treatment, avoiding …

Carrot is a vital supply of dietary fiber, vitamins, and carotenoids, and it is also rich in
antioxidants and minerals. Soil salinity significantly reduces the yield and quality of carrots …