Microbial technology for agro-ecosystems : crop productivity, sustainability, and biofortification /

This book explores microbial technology in agro-ecosystems, focusing on crop productivity and biofortification. It delves into the role of microbes in enhancing plant health, managing biotic and abiotic stresses, and improving soil fertility. The text addresses microbial interactions, plant-microbe...

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Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London ; San Diego, CA : Academic Press, an imprint of Elsevier, [2024]
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Summary:This book explores microbial technology in agro-ecosystems, focusing on crop productivity and biofortification. It delves into the role of microbes in enhancing plant health, managing biotic and abiotic stresses, and improving soil fertility. The text addresses microbial interactions, plant-microbe relationships, and the application of microbial solutions for sustainable agriculture. It emphasizes the importance of understanding microbial communities through sequencing methods and the potential of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria and fungi in sustainable crop management. The book targets researchers and practitioners in the fields of agricultural science, microbiology, and environmental sciences, aiming to provide insights into innovative microbial strategies for improving agricultural practices and crop yields.
Physical Description:1 online resource
ISBN:9780443184475
044318447X