The rhizosphere is undoubtedly the most complex microhabitat, comprised of an integrated
network of plant roots, soil, and a diverse consortium of bacteria, fungi, eukaryotes, and …

Alginate is a polysaccharide with the property of forming hydrogels, which is economic
production, zero toxicity, and biocompatibility. In the agro-industry, alginate is used as a …

Drought tolerant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) can confer drought tolerance
in plants, when inoculated, and this effect can be more pronounced by their combined …

Phosphorus is an essential element for all life forms. Phosphate solubilizing bacteria are
capable of converting phosphate into a bioavailable form through solubilization and …

The development of alginate-based composites in agriculture to combat nutrient loss and
drought for sustainable development has drawn increasing attention in the scientific …

Mangrove-associated bacteria are of industrial interest due to their diverse and versatile
enzyme properties. This study investigates the culturable bacteria from a wide range of …

Actinobacteria is a phylum of gram-positive bacteria, and members of bacteria belonging to
this phylum are classified into six classes, namely Acidimicrobiia, Actinobacteria …

Rock powders are low-cost potential sources of most of the nutrients required by higher
plants for growth and development. However, slow dissolution rates of minerals represent …

Phosphorus (P) deficiency is one of the major problems in agricultural soils for crop
production around the world. Use of silicon (Si) and phosphate–solubilizing bacteria (PSB) …

In recent decades, intensive crop management has involved excessive use of pesticides or
fertilizers, compromising environmental integrity and public health. Accordingly, there has …