Plant growth and development largely depend ... development of mutually beneficial symbiotic relationships with soil-borne microorganisms. In these relationships, both the host plant and the ...

Nutrient availability for microbial growth is higher in the rhizosphere ... and the diversity of chemicals released by the plant root and mediated by soil microorganisms. In turn the processes ...

To secure a thriving planet, we must prioritize sustainable soil practices that nourish the earth and future generations.

Researchers have found that soil microbiomes, consisting of up to 10,000 species in just a cup of soil, play crucial roles in ...

Based on the North China Plain, a typical winter wheat-summer maize rotation system was selected by postdoctor Sun ...

Every farmer and every allotment gardener knows that humus is good for plant growth. But why? Humus contains humic substances ...

December might feel like the end of the gardening season, but it’s actually a pivotal time to prepare your garden soil for a vibrant and productive spring. Proper soil care during the winter months ...

A biostimulant boosts plant development and growth throughout the crop life cycle, i.e., from seed germination to plant maturity. These fertilizers further help in facilitating nutrient translocation, ...

Soil with low organic matter and, in turn, low microbial presence, may not be optimal for sustaining plant health, which, in turn, can have implications for food production.

Compared to intensive land use, sustainable land use allows better control of underground herbivores and soil microbes ... can significantly affect plant growth and therefore productivity.