Genetically encoded small molecules (secondary metabolites) play eminent roles in
ecological interactions, as pathogenicity factors and as drug leads. Yet, these chemical …

To support an ever-increasing population, modern agriculture faces numerous challenges
that pose major threats to global food and energy security. Plant-associated microbes, with …

Bacteria provide a rich source of natural products with potential therapeutic applications,
such as novel antibiotic classes or anticancer drugs. Bioactivity-guided screening of …

The plant-associated microbiome is known to be a critical component for crop growth,
nutrient acquisition, resistance to pathogens, and abiotic stress tolerance. Conventional …

The modern agricultural system has issues with the reduction of agricultural productivity due
to a wide range of abiotic and biotic stresses. It is also expected that in the future the entire …

Burkholderia bacteria are multifaceted organisms that are ecologically and metabolically
diverse. The Burkholderia genus has gained prominence because it includes human …

Several seed priming methods can be used to improve seed germination, seedling vigor,
and to overcome abiotic stress. In addition to these benefits, only the biopriming method …

Root exudates contribute to shaping the root-associated microbiomes, but it is unclear which
of the many exudate compounds are important in this process. Here, we focused on …

Beneficial rhizobacteria dwell in plant roots and promote plant growth, development, and
resistance to various stress types. In recent years there have been large-scale efforts to …

Currently, the tropics harbor a wide variety of crops to feed the global population. Rapid
population expansion and the consequent major demand for food and agriculture-based …