All articles tagged with #plant microbiome
The article discusses the diverse and distinct microbiomes inside living trees, highlighting the complex interactions between microbial communities such as bacteria and fungi within different tree tissues and their roles in tree health, decay, and ecosystem functions.
Scientists at the University of Southampton have successfully engineered the microbiome of plants for the first time, potentially revolutionizing crop protection and reducing reliance on harmful pesticides. By manipulating a specific gene in rice plants, they boosted the numbers of beneficial bacteria, leading to substantial resistance to bacterial blight. This breakthrough could have far-reaching implications for sustainable agriculture, including reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and benefiting the environment.