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 …

Crops aimed at feeding an exponentially growing population are often exposed to a variety
of harsh environmental factors. Although plants have evolved ways of adjusting their …

Rhizobia–legume symbiosis is an important type of plant–microbe mutualism; however, the
establishment of this association is complicated and can be affected by many factors. The …

Chickpea is an important nutritive food crop both for humans and animals. Chickpea wilt
caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. ciceris (Foc) results in huge yield losses every year …

Phosphorus (P) is an essential plant nutrient, but often limited in soils for plant uptake. A
major economic constraint in the rice production is excessive use of chemical fertilizers to …

Mung bean [Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek] is a legume of Asian origin cultivated in several
countries, including Brazil, where its commercial cultivation has expanded in recent years. It …

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

Pulses provide distinct health benefits due to their low fat content and high protein and fiber
contents. Their grain production reaches approximately 93,210× 103 tons per year. Pulses …

The mung bean has a great potential under tropical conditions given its high content of grain
protein. Additionally, its ability to benefit from biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) through …

In Rhizobium-legume symbiosis, the nodule is the most frequently studied compartment,
where the endophytic/symbiotic microbiota demands critical investigation for development of …