Probiotics and plant health /

Probiotics and plant health /

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Imprint:Singapore : Springer, 2017.
Description:1 online resource
Language:English
Subject:
Plants -- Microbiology.
Probiotics.
Microbiology.
Plants -- Microbiology.
Probiotics.
Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11308448
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Other authors / contributors:Kumar, Vivek (Associate Professor)
ISBN:9789811034732
9811034737
9789811034725
9811034729
Digital file characteristics:text file PDF
Notes:Print version record.
Summary:This book primarily focuses on microbial colonization, its role in plant growth and nutrient cycling, mycorrhizae, and providing an overview of phytospheric microorganisms in sustainable crop systems. Despite the advances made in the study of plant-microbe synergism, the relation between microbes and plant health in the context of food security, soil nutrient management, human and plant health is still largely unexplored. Addressing that gap, the book presents reviews and original research articles that highlight the latest discoveries in plant probiotics, their specificity, diversity and function. Additional sections addressing nutrient management, human health, and plant microbiome management to improve plant productivity round out the coverage.
Other form:Print version: 9811034729 9789811034725
Standard no.:10.1007/978-981-10-3473-2
Table of Contents:
  • About the Editors; 1: Management of Tomato Foot and Root Rot (TFRR) by Biocontrol Agents with Emphasis on Factors Affecting Its Effectiveness; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Methods for the Control of TFRR Disease; 1.2.1 Use of Resistant Varieties; 1.2.2 Prophylaxis; 1.2.3 Chemical Control; 1.2.4 Biocontrol Methods; 1.3 Biocontrol by Direct Antagonism; 1.3.1 Fungal BCAs; 1.3.2 Bacterial BCAs; 1.4 Biocontrol of TFRR by Induced Resistance in Tomato; 1.5 Main Parameters Affecting the Biocontrol of TFRR Diseases by Microorganisms; 1.5.1 Physicochemical Conditions.
  • 1.5.2 Rhizosphere Competence of Biocontrol Agents1.5.3 Mutual Interactions Between Soil Microorganisms; 1.5.4 Combination of Two or More Biocontrol Agents; References; 2: Microbial Inoculants for Optimized Plant Nutrient Use in Integrated Pest and Input Management Systems; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Soil Microbial Diversity, Nutrient Dynamics, and Integrated Input and Pest Management; 2.3 Activity of Specific Microbial Groups in Enhanced Plant Nutrient Use; 2.3.1 Plant Growth-Promoting Bacillus Species; 2.3.2 Mycorrhizal Fungi and Interactions with PGPR.
  • 2.3.3 Other Select Microbial Inoculants2.4 Potentials of Microbial Inoculants to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Fertilizers; 2.5 Better Use of Nitrogen from Fertilizers and the Impact on Nitrous Oxide; 2.6 Better Use of Phosphorus from Fertilizers; 2.7 Examples of Microbial Products on the Market for Optimized Nutrient Use; References; 3: The Legume Nodule Microbiome: A Source of Plant Growth-Promoting Bacteria; 3.1 Introduction: The Legume Nodule Microbiome; 3.2 Mechanisms of Plant Growth Promotion; 3.3 The Legume Nodule Endosymbionts.
  • 3.3.1 Legume Nodule Endosymbionts as Plant Growth Promoters3.4 The Legume Nodule Endophytic Bacteria; 3.4.1 Legume Nodule Endophytic Bacteria as Plant Growth Promoters; References; 4: Plant Growth-Promoting Microbes: Diverse Roles in Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Plant Growth-Promoting Microbes; 4.2.1 Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria; 4.2.2 Plant Growth-Promoting Fungi; 4.3 Roles of PGPM in Agriculture Sustainability; 4.4 Improving Soil Fertility; 4.5 Macro- and Micronutrient facilitators; 4.5.1 Macronutrients; 4.5.2 Micronutrients.
  • 4.6 Suppressing Phytopathogens4.7 Improving Food Quality: Biofortification; 4.8 Roles in Environmental Sustainability; 4.9 Rhizoremediation; 4.10 Combating Climate Change and Abiotic Stresses; 4.10.1 Abiotic Stress Tolerance; 4.10.2 Drought Stress; 4.10.3 Temperature Stress; 4.10.4 Salinity Stress; 4.10.5 Flood Stress; 4.11 Future Challenges and Conclusion; References; 5: Phosphate Biofertilizers as Renewable and Safe Nutrient Suppliers for Cropping Systems: A Review; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Mycorrhiza; 5.2.1 Some Benefits of Mycorrhiza.

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