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"This chapter highlights soil-plant relationships, plant growth and microorganisms, microbial diversity, nutrient cycling, and nutrient pathways and mechanisms."

"The present review aims to examine and discuss the shift in microbial population structure due to current agricultural practices and focuses on the development of a sustainable agricultural system employing the tremendous untapped potential of the microbial world."

"This review delves into the role of plant growth-promoting microbes (PGPMs) in sustainable agriculture by enhancing soil health, improving plant stress tolerance, and controlling diseases."

"Clarifying the relationship between soil microorganisms and the plant-soil system is crucial for encouraging the sustainable development of ecosystems, as soil microorganisms serve a variety of functional roles in the plant-soil system. In this work, the influence mechanisms of significant soil microbial groups on the plant-soil system and their applications in environmental remediation over the previous 30 years were reviewed using a systematic literature review (SLR) methodology."

"Sustainable agriculture faces challenges in maintaining soil health and productivity while reducing reliance on chemical inputs. There is a need for eco-friendly practices that can support soil ecosystems and enhance crop yields. This review explores microbial consortia in sustainable agriculture, focusing on their development, application, and interactions within soil ecosystems."

"Plant-associated microorganisms play an important role in agricultural production. Although various studies have shown that single microorganisms can exert beneficial effects on plants, it is increasingly evident that when a microbial consortium—two or more interacting microorganisms—is involved, additive or synergistic results can be expected."

"This systematic review aims to assess the impact of microbial activity on nutrient cycle and transformation, which includes soil fertility and crop productivity improvement."

"This review explores the pivotal role of soil microbiota in promoting sustainable agriculture by enhancing plant growth, soil health, and resilience to environmental stress."

"Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) is a sustainable approach that safeguards environmental health management without compromising crop productivity. CSA ensures resource recycling and carbon sequestration with a reduction in GHG emissions. It is directly linked to the soil health which in turn is governed by the soil microbiome performing various physiological functions."

"Nematodes are an active part of complex soil food webs on golf courses, with some members promoting plant growth, while others are pathogenic or neutralists. The artificial, sand-based rootzone mixtures of putting greens, the most intensely managed areas of a golf course, are especially prone to nematode damage. A better under-standing of the interactions of nematodes with soil microbes is key to developing improved turf management strategies."

"Understanding the complex interactions of plants and soils in the face of global food security and environmental degradation challenges is critical to the future of sustainable agriculture. This review discusses the important link between soil health and crop productivity by providing and comprehensive assessment of soil properties and management methods."

"Intercropping is becoming more common in the Canadian Prairies, but information of its impact on root rot and associated fungal species in the subsequent sole crop." Check out this journal article by Fernandez et al. to learn more.