Microorganisms, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(3), P. 581 - 581
Published: March 4, 2025
The interplay between soil rhizobial bacteria and leguminous plants, particularly in Africa, has a profound impact on photosynthetic efficiency overall crop productivity. This review explores the critical role of rhizobia enhancing photosynthesis through nitrogen fixation, process crucial for sustainable agriculture. Rhizobial residing root nodules provide legumes with symbiotic that significantly boosts plant growth capacity. Recent advances molecular genomics have elucidated genetic frameworks underlying this symbiosis, identifying key genes involved nodule formation fixation. Comparative Bradyrhizobium species revealed seven distinct lineages, diverse traits linked to nodulation, photosynthesis. Field studies across Africa demonstrate inoculation can markedly increase grain yields, though outcomes vary depending local conditions legume species. Notable findings include enhanced nutrient uptake rates inoculated compared nitrate-fed plants. highlights potential utilizing indigenous improve resilience. Future prospects involve leveraging genomic insights optimize inoculants enhance productivity water-limited environments. As climate change intensifies, integrating these advancements into agricultural practices could play improving food security health Africa.
Language: Английский