Biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) refers to a microbial mediated process based upon an
enzymatic “Nitrogenase” conversion of atmospheric nitrogen (N2) into ammonium readily …

Highlights•Plants assemble microbial communities in their rhizosphere through signaling
molecules.•Of just a few of these signaling molecules, the biosynthesis and perception have …

Rhizobacteria contain various plant-beneficial traits and their inoculation can sustainably
increase crop yield and productivity. The present study describes the growth-promoting …

Objective Phosphate (P) and zinc (Zn) are essential plant nutrients required for nodulation,
nitrogen-fixation, plant growth and yield. Mostly applied P and Zn nutrients in the soil are …

In this study, we predicted the environmental fate of amide herbicides (AHs) using the EQC
(EQuilibrium Criterion) model. We found that the soil phase is the main reservoir of AHs in …

The sustainable intensification of maize-based systems may reduce greenhouse-gas
emissions and the excessive use of non-renewable inputs. Considering the key role that the …

Plants contain diverse microbial communities. The associated microorganisms confer
advantages to the host plant, which include growth promotion, nutrient absorption, stress …

Bacillus spp. are the most prevalent group of bacteria in nature. Their prevalence depends
upon multiple factors, namely, sporulation, antagonism, and production of secondary …

Global seed vaults are important, as they conserve plant genetic resources for future
breeding to improve crop yield and quality and to overcome biotic and abiotic stresses …

Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) is the most expensive spice in the world. Its organoleptic
properties are mainly dictated by the apocarotenoids crocins (dyeing capacity), picrocrocin …