Microbial Interventions in Soil
Enhancing Nutrient Management for Sustainable Agriculture
- 1st Edition - February 1, 2027
- Latest edition
- Editors: Puneet Singh Chauhan, Nikita Bisht, Renuka Agarwal
- Language: English
Microbial Interventions in Soil: Enhancing Nutrient Management for Sustainable Agriculture provides an in-depth exploration of how microbial interventions can transform soil nutrie… Read more
Description
Description
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.
Key features
Key features
- Presents cutting edge microbial interventions, tools and strategies
- Promotes microbial biostimulants for optimized plant growth efficiency
- Includes practical guidance on applying microbial interventions
Readership
Readership
Researchers and advanced students in agricultural science, soil scientists, agronomists, plant and environmental sciencees
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Overview of soil microbiology: Key microbial players in soil ecosystems
2. Nutrient cycling in soils: Microbial pathways and mechanisms
3. Rhizosphere dynamics and plant-microbe interactions
4. Importance of microbial diversity for soil health and fertility
5. Advances in metagenomics for exploring soil microbial communities
6. The soil microbiome: Structure, function, and diversity
7. Symbiotic microorganisms in nutrient acquisition: From Rhizobia to Mycorrhizae
8. Microbial interactions with plant roots for enhancing nutrient uptake
9. Biological nitrogen fixation: Key microbial players and processes
10. Mineral nutrient solubilizing microbes and their impacts on soil fertility
11. Microbial decomposition of organic matter for improving soil fertility
12. Microbes-mediated soil organic carbon dynamics
13. The synergy between microbial inoculants and organic/inorganic fertilizers
14. Microbial interventions for enhancing nutrient uptake under stressed conditions
15. Microbes in managing soil compaction and nutrient distribution
16. Microbial contributions to soil health and disease suppression
17. Use of microbial consortia for enhanced stress resilience and nutrient efficiency
18. Rhizosphere engineering for sustainable agriculture in degraded soils
19. The role of advanced biotechnological tools in enhancing microbial efficacy
20. Microbial biostimulants and biofertilizers for precision agriculture
21. Integrated nutrient management using microbial inoculants in organic and conventional farming
22. Challenges and potential risks of large-scale use of microbes in agriculture
23. Policy, regulations, and economic considerations for widespread adoption
24. The future of soil microbial research: From lab to field applications
2. Nutrient cycling in soils: Microbial pathways and mechanisms
3. Rhizosphere dynamics and plant-microbe interactions
4. Importance of microbial diversity for soil health and fertility
5. Advances in metagenomics for exploring soil microbial communities
6. The soil microbiome: Structure, function, and diversity
7. Symbiotic microorganisms in nutrient acquisition: From Rhizobia to Mycorrhizae
8. Microbial interactions with plant roots for enhancing nutrient uptake
9. Biological nitrogen fixation: Key microbial players and processes
10. Mineral nutrient solubilizing microbes and their impacts on soil fertility
11. Microbial decomposition of organic matter for improving soil fertility
12. Microbes-mediated soil organic carbon dynamics
13. The synergy between microbial inoculants and organic/inorganic fertilizers
14. Microbial interventions for enhancing nutrient uptake under stressed conditions
15. Microbes in managing soil compaction and nutrient distribution
16. Microbial contributions to soil health and disease suppression
17. Use of microbial consortia for enhanced stress resilience and nutrient efficiency
18. Rhizosphere engineering for sustainable agriculture in degraded soils
19. The role of advanced biotechnological tools in enhancing microbial efficacy
20. Microbial biostimulants and biofertilizers for precision agriculture
21. Integrated nutrient management using microbial inoculants in organic and conventional farming
22. Challenges and potential risks of large-scale use of microbes in agriculture
23. Policy, regulations, and economic considerations for widespread adoption
24. The future of soil microbial research: From lab to field applications
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: February 1, 2027
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
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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.
Affiliations and expertise
CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 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.
Affiliations and expertise
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.Affiliations and expertise
Postdoctoral Researcher Department of Biology, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, USA