Microbial Interventions in Soil
Enhancing Nutrient Management for Sustainable Agriculture
- 1 Edición - 1 de febrero de 2027
- Última edición
- Editores: Puneet Singh Chauhan, Nikita Bisht, Renuka Agarwal
- Idioma: Inglés
Microbial Interventions in Soil: Enhancing Nutrient Management for Sustainable Agriculture provides an in-depth exploration of how microbial interventions can transform soil nutrie… Leer más
Descripción
Descripción
Microbial Interventions in Soil: Enhancing Nutrient Management for Sustainable Agriculture provides an in-depth exploration of how microbial interventions can transform soil nutrient management, offering innovative and sustainable approaches for modern agriculture. It highlights the pivotal role of soil microbes in improving nutrient availability, enhancing soil health, and boosting plant productivity under various environmental conditions. As global food demands rise and environmental concerns grow, efficient nutrient management is more critical than ever. This book addresses these challenges by examining the potential of microbes as natural facilitators of nutrient cycling, reducing the need for chemical inputs and promoting sustainable farming practices. This volume in the *Plant Biostimulants and Protective Agents* series includes the mechanisms through which soil microbes enhance nutrient uptake, the interaction between plants and microbial communities, and the latest research on biofertilizers and microbial biostimulants.
Microbial Interventions in Soil is targeted at agricultural researchers, soil scientists, and agronomists, serving as a vital resource for those exploring the intersection of microbiology and sustainable agriculture.
Microbial Interventions in Soil is targeted at agricultural researchers, soil scientists, and agronomists, serving as a vital resource for those exploring the intersection of microbiology and sustainable agriculture.
Puntos claves
Puntos claves
- Presents cutting edge microbial interventions, tools and strategies
- Promotes microbial biostimulants for optimized plant growth efficiency
- Includes practical guidance on applying microbial interventions
De interès para
De interès para
Researchers and advanced students in agricultural science, soil scientists, agronomists, plant and environmental sciencees
Índice
Índice
Part I. Foundations of soil microbiology and soil health
1. Overview of soil microbiology: Key microbial players in soil ecosystems
2. Importance of microbial diversity for soil health and fertility
3. Soil microbiome dynamics: A pathway to effective carbon capture
4. Soil microbial ecology under abiotic stress conditions
5. Microbial contributions to soil health and disease suppression
Part II. Microbial processes driving soil fertility
6. Microbes in managing soil compaction and nutrient distribution
7. Microbial decomposition of organic matter for improving soil fertility
8. Microbial interactions with plant roots for enhancing nutrient uptake
9. Prospects of microbial mineralization of inorganic phosphate to improve soil fertility
10. Mineral nutrient solubilizing microbes and their impacts on soil fertility
11. Cyanobacteria as drivers of soil health
Part III. Microbial interventions for stress management and sustainable production
12. Emerging microbial technology: Novel microbes for stress tolerance and nutrient prospecting
13. Advancing microbial bioremediation techniques for arsenic-contaminated soils
14. Utilization of bacterial endophytes for sustainable crop production in saline systems
15. Use of microbial consortia for enhanced stress resilience and nutrient efficiency
Part IV. Advanced tools and next-generation technologies
16. Advances in metagenomics for exploring soil microbial communities
17. Microbial genetics for boosting forest productivity: A metagenomic approach
18. Microbial formulations for reducing pesticide residues in farm crops
19. Microbial solutions for precision agriculture: Biostimulants and biofertilizers
20. Exploring plant–microbe interactions for biofertilizer development via genetic engineering and nanotechnology
1. Overview of soil microbiology: Key microbial players in soil ecosystems
2. Importance of microbial diversity for soil health and fertility
3. Soil microbiome dynamics: A pathway to effective carbon capture
4. Soil microbial ecology under abiotic stress conditions
5. Microbial contributions to soil health and disease suppression
Part II. Microbial processes driving soil fertility
6. Microbes in managing soil compaction and nutrient distribution
7. Microbial decomposition of organic matter for improving soil fertility
8. Microbial interactions with plant roots for enhancing nutrient uptake
9. Prospects of microbial mineralization of inorganic phosphate to improve soil fertility
10. Mineral nutrient solubilizing microbes and their impacts on soil fertility
11. Cyanobacteria as drivers of soil health
Part III. Microbial interventions for stress management and sustainable production
12. Emerging microbial technology: Novel microbes for stress tolerance and nutrient prospecting
13. Advancing microbial bioremediation techniques for arsenic-contaminated soils
14. Utilization of bacterial endophytes for sustainable crop production in saline systems
15. Use of microbial consortia for enhanced stress resilience and nutrient efficiency
Part IV. Advanced tools and next-generation technologies
16. Advances in metagenomics for exploring soil microbial communities
17. Microbial genetics for boosting forest productivity: A metagenomic approach
18. Microbial formulations for reducing pesticide residues in farm crops
19. Microbial solutions for precision agriculture: Biostimulants and biofertilizers
20. Exploring plant–microbe interactions for biofertilizer development via genetic engineering and nanotechnology
Detalles del producto
Detalles del producto
- Edición: 1
- Última edición
- Publicado: 1 de febrero de 2027
- Idioma: Inglés
Sobre los editores
Sobre los editores
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Puneet Singh Chauhan
Dr. Puneet Singh Chauhan is Principal Scientist & Head at CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Dr. Chauhan did his MSc from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India (June 2000) in Biochemistry and has received his Ph.D. from National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR), Lucknow, India and and awarded from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India (2009), thesis entitled Physiological and molecular characterization of rhizosphere competent plant growth promoting Pantoea agglomerans NBRI-SRM. Dr. Chauhan is the recipients of several national and International awards. He is the recipient of ‘Postdoctoral Research fellowship from Brain Korea 21 project, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, South Korea (Awarded in July 2009). He is also the recipient of Innovative Young Scientist Award from Asian PGPR society for sustainable agriculture, Hyderabad, India for contributions in the field of Agricultural Microbiology at National Workshop on “Advances in PGPR Research" organized by Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on October 7-8, 2014. Dr. Chauhan has worked extensively on Agricultural Microbiology, Stress Biology and Soil and Microbial Ecology. He has published several research and review paper(s) in the Journal of international repute and has edited books with renowned international publishers.
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Principal Scientist and Head, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, IndiaNB
Nikita Bisht
Dr. Nikita Bisht is a postdoctoral researcher at the Microbial Technologies Division of CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, India. She holds a Master’s degree in Microbiology from GBPUAT, Pantnagar, India, and has received her Ph.D. from CSIR-NBRI, Lucknow, India and AcSIR, Ghaziabad, India. Dr. Bisht has a remarkable academic journey that extends to achieving excellence in national-level examinations/fellowships including CSIR-JRF-NET, ASRB-NET, and ICMR. Her expertise lies in the area of plant-microbe interactions and nutrient deficiency where her contributions have significantly advanced our understanding of the intricate molecular mechanisms governing these interactions. She has published research articles in peer reviewed journals and authored various book chapters. Dr. Bisht is a lifetime member of the Association of Microbiologists of India. Her dedicated pursuits continue to shape the field of microbiology and plant sciences, enriching our knowledge and fostering advancements for a sustainable future.
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Postdoctoral Researcher, Microbial Technologies Division, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, IndiaRA
Renuka Agarwal
Dr. Renuka Agarwal is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Biology, Syracuse University and has also done postdoctoral research at CSIR-Lucknow. She was awarded a Ph.D. at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali. She did her post-graduation from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore in Biotechnology. Her areas of specialization include microbial ecology, soil metagenomics and plant microbe interactions. She has published research articles in peer reviewed journals and also qualified national level exams to pursue her research career.
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Postdoctoral Researcher Department of Biology, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, USA