The root microbiome refers to the community of microbes living in association with a plant's
roots, and includes mutualists, pathogens, and commensals. Here we focus on recent …

Plant growth performance under a stressful environment, notably in the agriculture field, is
directly correlated with the rapid growth of the human population, which triggers the …

Micronutrients like copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), Iron (Fe), and Zinc (Zn) are essential for
plants, and their functions are tightly linked for vital metabolism. The normal concentration …

The rhizosphere is the region around the plant roots where maximum microbial activities
occur. In the rhizosphere, microorganisms' beneficial and harmful activities affect plant …

Iron (Fe) deficiency and toxicity are the most widely prevalent soil-related micronutrient
disorders in rice (Oryza sativa L.). Progress in rice cultivars with improved tolerance has …

Current research reveals the positive role of iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) and selenium
(Se) in extenuation of arsenic (As) induced toxicity in Cucumis melo. C. melo plants grown in …

Rice is a highly consumed staple cereal cultivated predominantly in Asian countries, which
share 90% of global rice production. Rice is a primary calorie provider for more than 3.5 …

Agricultural production is severely limited by an iron deficiency. Alkaline soils increase iron
deficiency in rice crops, consequently leading to nutrient deficiencies in humans. Adding …

Irrigation using sewage water can be beneficial, as it can increase the productivity of crops
but has negative consequences on crops, soil contamination, and human health. It contains …

Iron (Fe) toxicity, generated from excess reduced ferrous Fe (Fe 2+) ion formation within the
soil under submerged condition, is a potent environmental stress that limits lowland rice …