The rhizosphere is undoubtedly the most complex microhabitat, comprised of an integrated
network of plant roots, soil, and a diverse consortium of bacteria, fungi, eukaryotes, and …

Plants in nature are constantly exposed to a variety of abiotic and biotic stresses which limits
their growth and production. Enhancing crop yield and production to feed exponentially …

Plant growth‐promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) are diverse groups of plant‐associated
microorganisms, which can reduce the severity or incidence of disease during antagonism …

Plant and soil microbiome interactions are in the great demand around the globe. Bacteria
that colonize in the plant roots or in the rhizosphere and promote plant growth directly by …

Traditionally, medicinal plants have long been used as a natural therapy. Plant-derived
extracts or phytochemicals have been exploited as food additives and for curing many …

Rock powders are low-cost potential sources of most of the nutrients required by higher
plants for growth and development. However, slow dissolution rates of minerals represent …

Vegetable production is an important economic activity and a major source of vitamins,
minerals, and income in Ethiopia. However, the production of vegetables is much less …

Maize (Zea mays L.) is a salt-sensitive plant that experiences stunted growth and
development during early seedling stages under salt stress. Salicylic acid (SA) is a major …

Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a gram-positive spore-forming soil microorganism. Because the
insecticidal activities of Bt are well known, it has been used as a tool for insect pest control …

The rapid increase in world population has generated the issues of hunger, poverty, food
insecurity and malnutrition. To meet the challenge of increased food production of better …