Document type
Journal articles
Document subtype
Full paper
Title
The application of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria in
Solanum lycopersicum production in the agricultural system: a review
Participants in the publication
Afeez Adesina Adedayo (Author)
Olubukola Oluranti Babalola (Author)
Claire Prigent-Combaret (Author)
Cristina Cruz (Author)
Dep. Biologia Vegetal
Marius Stefan (Author)
Funso Kutu (Author)
Bernard R. Glick (Author)
Summary
\\n\\nFood safety is a significant challenge worldwide, from plantation to cultivation, especially for perishable products such as tomatoes. New eco-friendly strategies are needed, and beneficial microorganisms might be a sustainable solution. This study demonstrates bacteria activity in the tomato plant rhizosphere. Further, it investigates the rhizobacteria’s structure, function, and diversity in soil. Rhizobacteria that promote the growth and development of tomato plants are referred to as plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPR). They form a series of associations with plants and other organisms in the soil through a mutualistic relationship where both parties benefit from living together. It implies the antagonistic activities of the rhizobacteria to deter pathogens from invading tomato plants through their roots. Some PGPR are regarded as biological control agents that hinder the development of spoilage organisms and can act as an alternative for agricultural chemicals that may be detrimental to the health of humans, animals, and some of the beneficial microbes in the rhizosphere soil. These bacteria also help tomato plants acquire essential nutrients like potassium (K), magnesium (Mg), phosphorus (P), and nitrogen (N). Some rhizobacteria may offer a solution to low tomato production and help tackle food insecurity and farming problems. In this review, an overview of soil-inhabiting rhizobacteria focused on improving the sustainable production of Solanum lycopersicum.\\n
Date of Publication
2022-05-31
Institution
FACULDADE DE CIÊNCIAS DA UNIVERSIDADE DE LISBOA
Where published
PeerJ
Publication Identifiers
ISSN - 2167-8359
Publisher
PeerJ
Document Identifiers
DOI -
https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13405
URL -
http://dx.doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13405
Rankings
SCIMAGO Q1 (2021) - 766 - Agricultural and Biological Sciences (miscellaneous)
Web Of Science Q2 (2021) - 3.061 - MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCES - SCIE
SCOPUS Q1 (2021) - 4.7 - General Agricultural and Biological Sciences