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Unleashing the Power of Beneficial Microorganisms for Advancing Crop Improvement: An In-depth Review

Godswill Ntsomboh Ntsefong
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Gabriel Mahbou Somo Toukam
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Kingsley Tabi Mbi
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Seyum Essubalew Getachew
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Aoudou Yaouba
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Shariati Mohammad Ali
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Tonjock Rosemary Kinge
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Gerald Ngo Teke
Version 1 : Received: 30 September 2023 / Approved: 2 October 2023 / Online: 2 October 2023 (11:12:30 CEST)

How to cite: Ntsomboh Ntsefong, G.; Mahbou Somo Toukam, G.; Tabi Mbi, K.; Essubalew Getachew, S.; Yaouba, A.; Mohammad Ali, S.; Kinge, T.R.; Ngo Teke, G. Unleashing the Power of Beneficial Microorganisms for Advancing Crop Improvement: An In-depth Review. Preprints 2023, 2023100050. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.0050.v1 Ntsomboh Ntsefong, G.; Mahbou Somo Toukam, G.; Tabi Mbi, K.; Essubalew Getachew, S.; Yaouba, A.; Mohammad Ali, S.; Kinge, T.R.; Ngo Teke, G. Unleashing the Power of Beneficial Microorganisms for Advancing Crop Improvement: An In-depth Review. Preprints 2023, 2023100050. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202310.0050.v1

Abstract

This review article explores the significance of beneficial microorganisms in crop improvement, highlighting their roles in promoting plant growth, enhancing nutrient uptake, and protecting against pathogens. The symbiotic interactions between plants and microorganisms have been extensively studied, revealing the vast potential of these beneficial partnerships in sustainable agriculture. The article discusses various types of beneficial microorganisms, including mycorrhizal fungi, rhizobia, and plant growth-promoting bacteria, elucidating their mechanisms of action and their impact on plant health and productivity. Furthermore, it examines the application of microbial inoculants and biofertilizers in crop production systems, emphasizing their potential to enhance crop yield, nutrient use efficiency, and stress tolerance. The review also explores emerging technologies, such as metagenomics and synthetic biology, in harnessing the full potential of beneficial microorganisms for crop improvement. Overall, we highlight the importance of beneficial microorganisms in sustainable agriculture and provide insights into their promising applications in crop enhancement.

Keywords

Beneficial microorganisms, Crop improvement, Plant-microbe interactions, Biofertilizers, Symbiotic relationships

Subject

Biology and Life Sciences, Agricultural Science and Agronomy

Copyright: This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

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