Microorganisms In Sustainable And Green Agriculture Synergistic Effect On Carbon Sequestration And Crop Productivity

Microorganisms in Sustainable and Green Agriculture: Synergistic Effect on Carbon Sequestration and Crop Productivity

Chemical fertilizers have been widely utilized in agriculture since the mid-20th century to enhance crop productivity. However, the prolonged use of chemical fertilizers has resulted in soil degradation, water pollution, and environmental harm. Soil organic carbon is a key indicator of soil fertility, which not only affected soil nutrients and fertility but also had huge potential to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. Microorganisms play a crucial role in soil carbon and nutrient cycling and subsequently influence crop productivity, carbon sequestration, and soil fertility. Therefore, it is imperative to develop sustainable and green agricultural systems, which could synergistically boost crop productivity, reduce nutrient losses, promote carbon sequestration, improve soil health, and adapt to climate change. In recent years, there have been many studies on sustainable agriculture. However, strengthening the understanding of microorganisms in promoting carbon sequestration and crop productivity is still one of the most effective means of guiding future management in sustainable and green agriculture. In this research topic, we aim to shed light on the mechanisms that how microorganisms in rhizosphere and/or bulk soil impact nutrient uptake in plants under diverse conditions as well as their consequences for soil carbon sequestration and soil health. These findings would significantly contribute to our understanding of the complex network of genetic, biochemical, physical, and metabolic interactions among plants, microbial communities, and the environment. We welcome novel research articles, reviews, and perspectives that cover topics including molecular biology, soil microbial ecology, carbon sequestration and biogeochemical cycling, and crop productivity promotion in agriculture. Case studies and meta-analyses that provide practical implications for sustainable land management practices are also welcome.

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