RALEIGH, N.C. — New video on the Power of Soil Microbiomes! Let’s go underground to discover the fascinating world of soil microbiomes with Dr. Mallory Choudoir. Soils are home to diverse communities of microbes, including bacteria, fungi, and protists. In this video, Dr. Choudoir delves into the critical roles that microbes play in promoting plant health and development, supporting sustainable agricultural practices, and enhancing crop productivity.
Key Topics Covered:
Beneficial relationships between plants and microbes.
How microbial communities drive essential agroecosystem functions, including nutrient cycling, pest control, and stress tolerance.
The impact of soil microbes on global carbon cycles and greenhouse gas flux.
The agricultural biotech market and the categorization of microbial products and natural products.
Challenges and opportunities in scaling up microbial solutions for sustainable farming.
— Mallory Choudoir, N.C. State University
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