The rhizosphere microbiome is composed of diverse microbial organisms, including
archaea, viruses, fungi, bacteria as well as eukaryotic microorganisms, which occupy a …

Microbial-root associations are important to help plants cope with abiotic and biotic
stressors. Managing these interactions offers an opportunity for improving the efficiency and …

Plants have always grown and evolved surrounded by numerous microorganisms that
inhabit their environment, later termed microbiota. To enhance food production, humankind …

ABSTRACT RNA stable isotope probing and high-throughput sequencing were used to
characterize the active microbiomes of bacteria and fungi colonizing the roots and …

The use of rotations and minimum tillage in agriculture can permit more sustainable
production through increasing soil organic matter and nutrients, and breaking of pathogen …

In the dryland Pacific Northwest wheat cropping systems, no-till is becoming more prevalent
as a way to reduce soil erosion and fuel inputs. Tillage can have a profound effect on …

Despite the toxicity of mercury (Hg) for organisms in the environment, little is known on its
impact on the soil microbiome, especially its chronic effect. Here, we assessed the effects of …

Fungal communities play a crucial role in maintaining the health of managed and natural
soil environments, which directly or indirectly affect the properties of plants and other soil …

Soil fungi play a very important role in the soil ecological environment. In agricultural
production, long-term monoculture and continuous cropping lead to changes in fungal …

The interaction of silicon and soil microorganisms stimulates crop enhancement to ensure
sustainable agriculture. Silicon may potentially increase nutrient availability in rhizosphere …