Microbial Genomics,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
11(4)
Опубликована: Апрель 28, 2025
Microbial
biostimulants
(MBs)
offer
a
sustainable
approach
to
agriculture
by
helping
reduce
reliance
on
synthetic
fertilizers.
However,
as
MBs
are
intentionally
released
into
the
environment,
their
safety
should
be
rigorously
assessed.
While
taxa
with
qualified
presumption
of
(QPS)
benefit
from
established
indications,
non-QPS
lack
such
guidance.
To
address
this
gap,
we
propose
pipeline
combining
whole
genome
sequencing
(WGS)
and
extensive
literature
search
(ELS)
data
evaluate
microbial
safety.
We
analysed
public
genomes
three
QPS
species
(
Rhodopseudomonas
palustris
,
Bacillus
velezensis
Priestia
megaterium
)
four
genera
Arthrobacter
Azotobacter
Azospirillum
Herbaspirillum
),
screening
them
for
virulence
factors
(VFs),
antimicrobial
resistance
(AMR)
genes
mobile
genetic
elements
(MGEs).
Results
confirmed
taxa,
revealing
no
VFs
only
few
intrinsic
non-clinically
relevant
AMRs.
Among
VF
hits
were
more
prevalent
in
spp.,
though
they
mostly
related
beneficial
plant
interactions
rather
than
pathogenicity.
AMR
primarily
associated
efflux
pumps
or
sporadically
distributed.
Notably,
genus-wide
pattern
observed
was
that
most
harboured
chromosomally
encoded
β
-lactamases
sharing
similar
structures;
however,
detected
-lactamase
bla
distantly
clinically
variants,
absence
MGEs
suggests
low
risk
horizontal
gene
transfer,
indicating
overall
these
genera.
In
general,
WGS–ELS
framework
provides
robust
tool
assessing
MBs,
supporting
regulatory
decision-making
ensuring
safe
use
while
safeguarding
health.
Agronomy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(12), С. 2871 - 2871
Опубликована: Дек. 1, 2024
Anthropogenic
activities
have
resulted
in
land
desertification
various
regions
of
the
world,
leading
to
degradation
critical
soil
characteristics
such
as
organic
matter
(OM)
content,
nutrient
stock,
and
prevailing
biodiversity.
Restoring
degraded
soils
through
amendments
diversified
crop
rotations
is
thus
an
intrinsic
part
farming.
This
review
discusses
a
wide
range
farming
impacts
on
health
productivity
by
focusing
fertilizers
diversification.
Conventional
were
considered
vital
for
agricultural
production
harvest
high
yields.
Nevertheless,
they
are
now
deemed
environmentally
hazardous
obstacle
sustainable
agroecosystems
due
intensive
chemical
inputs
that
damage
over
time
long-lasting
impacts.
fertilization
results
depletion,
loss
microbial
diversity,
reduction,
deterioration
physical
soil.
Conversely,
makes
use
naturally
existing
resources
improve
health.
Organic
biochar,
manure,
fermented
grass
soil’s
physical,
chemical,
biological
properties
promote
growth
diversity
beneficial
microorganisms—important
cycling
stability.
They
facilitate
uptake
nutrients,
hinder
pathogen
growth,
mitigate
heavy
metals,
decompose
xenobiotic
substances.
Moreover,
growing
cover
crops
also
major
strategy
Diversified
rotation
with
combinatorial
may
yields
without
any
detrimental
environment
soil,
ensuring
food
production,
safety,
security.
integrated
approach
contributes
minimizing
their
effects
environmental
It
reducing
along
enhancing
OM,
biomass,
nitrogen
fixation,
carbon
sequestration.
Therefore,
offer
climate
change
mitigation.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
30(53), С. 113119 - 113137
Опубликована: Окт. 18, 2023
Abstract
Currently,
sustainable
agriculture
involves
ecofriendly
techniques,
which
include
biofertilization.
Biofertilizers
increase
plant
productivity
by
improving
soil
fertility
and
nutrient
content.
A
wide
range
of
living
organisms
can
be
applied
as
biofertilizers
without
causing
pollution
due
to
their
biodegradability.
The
microorganisms
like
bacteria,
microalgae,
micro
fungi
or
macro
macroalgae,
fungi,
higher
plants.
extracted
from
residues
will
increasingly
used
rather
than
chemical
fertilizers,
cause
heavy
metal
accumulation
in
soil.
Biofertilizer
use
aims
for
development
maintaining
the
This
mitigate
climate
change
related
impacts
also
lower
many
serious
diseases
resulting
such
cancer,
liver
renal
failure,
immune
diseases.
review
is
a
comprehensive
overview
Kingdoms
Monera
Plantae
included
algae,
Organisms
that
play
vital
role
elevating
nutrients
safe,
cheap,
manner
are
promote
potential
commercial
application.
Plants,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(3), С. 346 - 346
Опубликована: Янв. 24, 2024
More
food
is
needed
to
meet
the
demand
of
global
population,
which
growing
continuously.
Chemical
fertilizers
have
been
used
for
a
long
time
increase
crop
yields,
and
may
negative
effect
on
human
health
agricultural
environment.
In
order
make
ongoing
development
more
sustainable,
use
chemical
will
likely
be
reduced.
Microbial
fertilizer
kind
nutrient-rich
environmentally
friendly
biological
made
from
plant
growth-promoting
bacteria
(PGPR).
can
regulate
soil
nutrient
dynamics
promote
cycling
by
improving
microbial
community
changes.
This
process
helps
restore
ecosystem,
in
turn
promotes
uptake,
regulates
growth,
enhances
resistance
biotic
abiotic
stresses.
paper
reviews
classification
their
function
regulating
nitrogen
fixation,
phosphorus,
potassium
solubilization,
production
phytohormones.
We
also
summarize
role
PGPR
helping
crops
against
Finally,
we
discuss
mechanism
applying
remediation.
review
us
understand
research
progress
provides
new
perspectives
regarding
future
agent
sustainable
agriculture.
Plant Biotechnology Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
22(9), С. 2461 - 2471
Опубликована: Май 12, 2024
Summary
The
reduction
in
crop
yield
caused
by
pathogens
and
pests
presents
a
significant
challenge
to
global
food
security.
Genetic
engineering,
which
aims
bolster
plant
defence
mechanisms,
emerges
as
cost‐effective
solution
for
disease
control.
However,
this
approach
often
incurs
growth
penalty,
known
the
growth‐defence
trade‐off.
precise
molecular
mechanisms
governing
phenomenon
are
still
not
completely
understood,
but
they
generally
fall
under
two
main
hypotheses:
“passive”
redistribution
of
metabolic
resources,
or
an
“active”
regulatory
choice
optimize
fitness.
Despite
knowledge
gaps,
considerable
practical
endeavours
process
disentangling
from
defence.
microbiome,
encompassing
both
above‐
below‐ground
components,
plays
pivotal
role
fostering
resilience
stresses.
There
is
increasing
evidence
indicates
that
plants
maintain
intimate
associations
with
diverse,
specifically
selected
microbial
communities.
Meta‐analyses
have
unveiled
well‐coordinated,
two‐way
communications
between
shoots
roots,
showcasing
capacity
actively
manage
their
microbiota
balancing
immunity,
especially
response
pathogen
incursions.
This
review
centers
on
successes
making
use
specific
root‐associated
microbes
mitigate
trade‐off,
emphasizing
advancements
unravelling
behind
These
findings
illuminate
promising
avenues
future
research
applications.
Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
3(3)
Опубликована: Сен. 1, 2024
Abstract
Sustainable
increase
in
agriculture
productivity
is
confronted
by
over‐reliance
and
over‐use
of
synthetic
chemical
fertilizers.
With
a
market
projection
$5.02
billion
2030,
biofertilizers
are
gaining
momentum
as
supplement
and,
some
cases,
an
alternative
to
Biofertilizers
can
improve
the
nutritional
supply
plant
simultaneously
soil
health,
reduce
greenhouse
emissions,
hence
directly
contribute
towards
environmental
sustainability.
Plant
growth‐promoting
microbes
(PGPMs)
particularly
receiving
significant
attention
biofertilizers.
They
widely
known
for
their
ability
growth
via
increasing
nutrient
availability
use
efficiency.
However,
except
few
successful
commercialization
PGPM‐based
inoculants
still
limited,
mainly
due
lack
field
efficacy
consistency.
Lack
effective
formulation
technologies
that
keep
microbial
viable
during
storage,
transport
application
considered
one
key
factors
drive
inconsistent
In
this
review,
we
identify
current
challenges
associated
with
inoculants.
We
propose
future
paths,
including
advancement
potentially
efficient,
eco‐friendly
cost‐effective.
argue
enhance
global
adoption
biofertilizers,
new
innovations
based
on
transdisciplinary
approaches
indispensable.
The
emerging
framework
should
encompass
robust
quality
control
system
at
all
stages.
Additionally,
active
partnership
between
academic
industry
stakeholders
will
pave
way
enhanced
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Янв. 16, 2025
Excessive
utilization
of
chemical
fertilizers
degrades
the
quality
medicinal
plants
and
soil.
Bio-organic
(BOFs)
including
microbial
inoculants
microalgae
have
garnered
considerable
attention
as
potential
substitutes
for
fertilizer
to
enhance
yield.
In
this
study,
a
field
experiment
was
conducted
investigate
effects
BOF
partially
substituting
on
growth
plant
Polygala
tenuifolia.
The
parameters,
bioactive
component
contents,
soil
properties
composition
rhizosphere
microorganisms
were
measured.
results
indicated
that
40%
with
showed
most
pronounced
growth-promoting
effect,
leading
29.30%
increase
in
underground
biomass
19.72%
3,6'-disinapoylsucrose
(DISS)
content.
Substituting
20%
improved
quality,
significantly
increasing
organic
matter
content
by
15.68%
(p<0.05).
Microalgae
addition
affected
bacterial
community
P.
tenuifolia,
reducing
relative
abundance
Cladosporium
33.33%
57.93%,
while
Chloroflexi
31.06%
38.27%,
under
reduction,
respectively.
positively
correlated
both
DISS
(p<0.05),
indicating
may
stimulate
species
associated
carbon
cycling,
thereby
enhancing
fertility,
nutrient
absorption,
ultimately
increased
accumulation
production
components
addition,
there
no
significant
difference
contents
between
reduced
dosage
combined
solid
inoculant
(SMI)
polyglutamic
(PMI),
compared
100%
fertilizer.
Correlation
analysis
revealed
PMI
could
phosphorus
availability
through
Streptomyces
recruitment.
conclusion,
our
findings
demonstrated
bio-organic
can
substitute
improve
microorganisms,
This
provides
theoretical
basis
productivity
reduction.
