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View article: Alfalfa and barley association promote the ability of plant growth-promoting microbes to mitigate drought and salt stresses
Alfalfa and barley association promote the ability of plant growth-promoting microbes to mitigate drought and salt stresses Open
The advantages of crop association, or intercropping, include reducing disease cycles, suppressing weeds, and enhancing nutrient transfer between crops, both above and below-ground, are well-studied. However, the potential of associated cr…
View article: Theoretical docking analysis for a multi-scale experimental investigation of biochar filtration of olive mill effluents: Unraveling genotoxicity and polyphenol-DNA interactions
Theoretical docking analysis for a multi-scale experimental investigation of biochar filtration of olive mill effluents: Unraveling genotoxicity and polyphenol-DNA interactions Open
Olive mill wastewater (OMWW) is a major by-product of olive oil production and a serious environmental pollutant due to its high organic and phenolic content, which can harm soil, water, and biodiversity. In this study, we aimed to evaluat…
View article: Microbial Biotechnologies for Salt Tolerance in Alfalfa: Agro-Nutritional Comparison Between Local and Imported Varieties
Microbial Biotechnologies for Salt Tolerance in Alfalfa: Agro-Nutritional Comparison Between Local and Imported Varieties Open
Increasing soil salinity is threatening agricultural productivity which implies the development of new sustainable strategies to deal with this challenge. The main objective here is to assess the potential for improving the tolerance of al…
View article: Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria isolated from argan tree soil inducing systemic drought tolerance in alfalfa
Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria isolated from argan tree soil inducing systemic drought tolerance in alfalfa Open
The occurrence of climate change has resulted in extremely dry climatic conditions, which led to a significant impact on crop growth and productivity. The rhizosphere of the endemic argan forest could be a baring ground for naturally unexp…
View article: Nature-based remediation of mine tailings: Synergistic effects of narrow-leafed lupine and organo-mineral amendments on soil nutrient-acquiring enzymes and microbial activity
Nature-based remediation of mine tailings: Synergistic effects of narrow-leafed lupine and organo-mineral amendments on soil nutrient-acquiring enzymes and microbial activity Open
Rising global metal demand has led to extensive mining, leaving post-mining landscapes with degraded soil and metal contamination. The exacerbated heavy metals concentrations deteriorate soil microbial activity and consequent microbial bio…
View article: Antibiotics Resistance and PGPR Traits of Endophytic Bacteria Isolated in Arid Region of Morocco
Antibiotics Resistance and PGPR Traits of Endophytic Bacteria Isolated in Arid Region of Morocco Open
This study aimed to characterize endophytic bacteria isolated from legume nodules and roots in the rhizosphere soils of Acacia trees in Morocco’s arid regions. The focus was on identifying bacterial strains with plant growth-promoting rhiz…
View article: The potential of plant growth-promoting bacteria isolated from arid heavy metal contaminated environments in alleviating salt and water stresses in alfalfa
The potential of plant growth-promoting bacteria isolated from arid heavy metal contaminated environments in alleviating salt and water stresses in alfalfa Open
Co-evolution of plant beneficial microbes in contaminated environments enhances plant growth and mitigates abiotic stress. However, few studies on heavy metal (HM) tolerant plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) promoting crop growth in Mo…
View article: Use of organo-mineral amendments and Lupinus angustifolius to enhance mine tailings rehabilitation
Use of organo-mineral amendments and Lupinus angustifolius to enhance mine tailings rehabilitation Open
Uncontrolled mine waste disposal globally poses severe environmental and health risks due to high concentrations of toxic substances like heavy metals and organic pollutants. This jeopardizes soil fertility and ecological balance. In this …
View article: Signals and Machinery for Mycorrhizae and Cereal and Oilseed Interactions towards Improved Tolerance to Environmental Stresses
Signals and Machinery for Mycorrhizae and Cereal and Oilseed Interactions towards Improved Tolerance to Environmental Stresses Open
In the quest for sustainable agricultural practices, there arises an urgent need for alternative solutions to mineral fertilizers and pesticides, aiming to diminish the environmental footprint of farming. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF)…
View article: Molecular and Systems Biology Approaches for Harnessing the Symbiotic Interaction in Mycorrhizal Symbiosis for Grain and Oil Crop Cultivation
Molecular and Systems Biology Approaches for Harnessing the Symbiotic Interaction in Mycorrhizal Symbiosis for Grain and Oil Crop Cultivation Open
Mycorrhizal symbiosis, the mutually beneficial association between plants and fungi, has gained significant attention in recent years due to its widespread significance in agricultural productivity. Specifically, arbuscular mycorrhizal fun…
View article: Plant Growth-Promotion and IAA Secretion With Pseudomonas fluorescens and Pseudomonas putida
Plant Growth-Promotion and IAA Secretion With Pseudomonas fluorescens and Pseudomonas putida Open
The present study was undertaken to investigate the plant growth promoting traits of a PGPR P. fluorescens and P. putida like production of Indoleacetic Acid (IAA), siderophore and phosphate solubilization. Plant growth-promoting propertie…
View article: Assessing the growth-promoting traits of actinobacteria spp. isolated from Cleome africana: Implications on growth and root enhancement of Medicago sativa
Assessing the growth-promoting traits of actinobacteria spp. isolated from Cleome africana: Implications on growth and root enhancement of Medicago sativa Open
Objective: Endophytes actinobacteria isolated from the Cleome africana shoot and root tissues were compared for their growth promotion (PGP) traits and their beneficial effects on shoot and root enhancement evaluated using Medicago sativa …
View article: Editorial: Rhizospheric microbiota-plant interactions: A bioremediation strategy for inorganic pollutants
Editorial: Rhizospheric microbiota-plant interactions: A bioremediation strategy for inorganic pollutants Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Microbiol., 22 March 2023Sec. Microbe and Virus Interactions with Plants Volume 14 - 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2023.1174634
View article: Application of Indigenous Rhizospheric Microorganisms and Local Compost as Enhancers of Lettuce Growth, Development, and Salt Stress Tolerance
Application of Indigenous Rhizospheric Microorganisms and Local Compost as Enhancers of Lettuce Growth, Development, and Salt Stress Tolerance Open
This study aimed to mitigate salt stress effects on lettuce by using native biostimulants (arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (M, consortium), plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (R, Z2, and Z4 strains), and compost (C)) applied alone or in com…
View article: Autochthonous Biostimulants as a Promising Biological Tool to Promote Lettuce Growth and Development under Salinity Conditions
Autochthonous Biostimulants as a Promising Biological Tool to Promote Lettuce Growth and Development under Salinity Conditions Open
An adapted sustainable management program was used to evaluate lettuce tolerance to salt stress using autochthonous biostimulants (arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), and compost). Salinity harm…
View article: Plants—Microorganisms-Based Bioremediation for Heavy Metal Cleanup: Recent Developments, Phytoremediation Techniques, Regulation Mechanisms, and Molecular Responses
Plants—Microorganisms-Based Bioremediation for Heavy Metal Cleanup: Recent Developments, Phytoremediation Techniques, Regulation Mechanisms, and Molecular Responses Open
Rapid industrialization, mine tailings runoff, and agricultural activities are often detrimental to soil health and can distribute hazardous metal(loid)s into the soil environment, with harmful effects on human and ecosystem health. Plants…
View article: Co-inoculation With Rhizobacteria and Mycorrhizae Can Improve Wheat/Faba Bean Intercrop Performance Under Field Conditions
Co-inoculation With Rhizobacteria and Mycorrhizae Can Improve Wheat/Faba Bean Intercrop Performance Under Field Conditions Open
Current challenges of climate changes and demographic expansion have imposed increasing awareness about innovation in sustainable agricultural practices. Farming practices like intercropping have many benefits in terms of nutrient use and …
View article: Phosphate-Dependent Regulation of Growth and Stresses Management in Plants
Phosphate-Dependent Regulation of Growth and Stresses Management in Plants Open
The importance of phosphorus in the regulation of plant growth function is well studied. However, the role of the inorganic phosphate (Pi) molecule in the mitigation of abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, heavy metal, heat, and aci…
View article: Role of Rhizospheric Microbiota as a Bioremediation Tool for the Protection of Soil-Plant Systems from Microcystins Phytotoxicity and Mitigating Toxin-Related Health Risk
Role of Rhizospheric Microbiota as a Bioremediation Tool for the Protection of Soil-Plant Systems from Microcystins Phytotoxicity and Mitigating Toxin-Related Health Risk Open
Frequent toxic cyanoblooms in eutrophic freshwaters produce various cyanotoxins such as the monocyclic heptapeptides microcystins (MCs), known as deleterious compounds to plant growth and human health. Recently, MCs are a recurrent worldwi…
View article: Aphicidal activities of Moroccan Bacillus thuringiensis strains against cotton aphid (Aphis gossypii)
Aphicidal activities of Moroccan Bacillus thuringiensis strains against cotton aphid (Aphis gossypii) Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the insecticidal effect of toxins from Moroccan Bacillus thuringiensis strains (Berliner) (Bt) on Aphis gossypii (Homoptera: Aphididae). Aphis gossypii is one of the most pests of Moroccan crops.…
View article: Prevalence, Antimicrobial Resistance and Pathogenicity of Non-O1 <i>Vibrio cholerae</i> in Suburban and Rural Groundwater Supplies of Marrakesh Area (Morocco)
Prevalence, Antimicrobial Resistance and Pathogenicity of Non-O1 <i>Vibrio cholerae</i> in Suburban and Rural Groundwater Supplies of Marrakesh Area (Morocco) Open
This synthesis of research work considers the dynamic, antibiotic resistance, hemolytic, and hemagglutination activities of non-O1 Vibrio cholerae in comparison with those of fecal coliforms, fecal streptococci, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa …
View article: Protective Role of Native Rhizospheric Soil Microbiota Against the Exposure to Microcystins Introduced into Soil-Plant System via Contaminated Irrigation Water and Health Risk Assessment
Protective Role of Native Rhizospheric Soil Microbiota Against the Exposure to Microcystins Introduced into Soil-Plant System via Contaminated Irrigation Water and Health Risk Assessment Open
Microcystins (MCs) produced in eutrophic waters may decrease crop yield, enter food chains and threaten human and animal health. The main objective of this research was to highlight the role of rhizospheric soil microbiota to protect faba …
View article: Physiological and Biochemical Behaviors of Date Palm Vitroplants Treated with Microbial Consortia and Compost in Response to Salt Stress
Physiological and Biochemical Behaviors of Date Palm Vitroplants Treated with Microbial Consortia and Compost in Response to Salt Stress Open
The main challenge of the agricultural sector is to develop new ecological technologies that increase the yields and the tolerance of crops to abiotic constraints, especially in arid areas. The objective of this study was to test the poten…
View article: Potential of Native Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi, Rhizobia, and/or Green Compost as Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) Enhancers under Salinity
Potential of Native Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi, Rhizobia, and/or Green Compost as Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) Enhancers under Salinity Open
Salinity is one of the devastating abiotic stresses that cause reductions in agricultural production. The increased salinization affects alfalfa growth, metabolism, and rhizobium capacity for symbiotic N2 fixation negatively. This study wa…
View article: Biofertilizers as Strategies to Improve Photosynthetic Apparatus, Growth, and Drought Stress Tolerance in the Date Palm
Biofertilizers as Strategies to Improve Photosynthetic Apparatus, Growth, and Drought Stress Tolerance in the Date Palm Open
Rainfall regimes are expected to shift on a regional scale as the water cycle intensifies in a warmer climate, resulting in greater extremes in dry versus wet conditions. Such changes are having a strong impact on the agro-physiological fu…