Root exudation is an important process determining plant interactions with the soil
environment. Many studies have linked this process to soil nutrient mobilization. Yet, it …

The importance of phosphorus in the regulation of plant growth function is well studied.
However, the role of the inorganic phosphate (Pi) molecule in the mitigation of abiotic …

Soil microorganisms are key to biological diversity and many ecosystem processes in
terrestrial ecosystems. Despite the current alarming loss of plant diversity, it is unclear how …

Light, water and healthy soil are three essential natural resources required for agricultural
productivity. Industrialization of agriculture has resulted in intensification of cropping …

Soil organisms, including earthworms, are a key component of terrestrial ecosystems.
However, little is known about their diversity, their distribution, and the threats affecting them …

Agricultural intensification has substantially reduced soil biodiversity as well as
agroecosystem functions and services. Sustainable agroecosystems that increase crop …

Plant breeding for belowground traits that have a positive impact on the rhizosphere
microbiome is a promising strategy to sustainably improve crop yields. Root architecture and …

Microbial solubilization applies the natural ability of a microorganism to liberate phosphorus
from unavailable structures. The main mechanism recognized to be responsible for the …

Chlorophenols represent one of the most abundant families of toxic pollutants emerging
from various industrial manufacturing units. The toxicity of these chloroderivatives is …

The widespread distribution of organic and inorganic pollutants in water resources have
increased due to rapid industrialization. Rhizospheric zone-associated bacteria along with …