The rhizosphere, the zone of chemical, biological, and physical influence generated by root growth and activity, offers a favorable ecological environment for a wide variety of microorganisms and is renowned for its high level of microbial activity. This book explores how taking advantage of the diversity and benefits of rhizospheric microbiomes in soil and environment management can enhance soil quality and stimulate the production of defense-related compounds in various pathosystems, resulting in better plant health. It presents an array of advancements in rhizosphere science that involve soil management, hostpathogen interactions, nutrient mobilization, bioremediation, mechanisms and modes of action of signaling molecules, molecular aspects of microbial interactions, and bioformulation strategies, among others. The volume consolidates comprehensive information on the advanced and applied aspects of microbial consortia and their role in promoting plant fitness, soil management, nutrient mobilization, bioremediation, and environmental health.

Contents

۱. Diversity and Benefits of Rhizospheric Microbiomes in Soil and Environment Management
۲. Role of Rhizospheric Microbes in Soil Management
۳. Challenges for Microbial Consortia in Improving Plant Health
۴. Use of Rhizospheric Microbiomes Toward Nutrient Acquisitions and Soil Sustainability
۵. Utilization of Molecular Techniques for the Development of an Effective Microbial Consortium: Challenges and Applications
۶. Use of Bioreactors in the Propagation of Microbial Consortia
۷. Heavy Metal Tolerance Ability of Microbial Consortia
۸. Signal Transduction and Plant Health via Microbial Consortia
۹. Application and Utility of Microbial Consortia