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Soil Microbes Expertly Balancing Nutrient Demands and Environmental Preservation and Ensuring the Delicate Stability of Our Ecosystems- A Review

Priya Srivastava, Kushal Sachan, P. Baskar, D. R. K. Saikanth, Wankasaki Lytand, R. K. M. Harish Kumar, Bal Veer Singh

International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · pp. 989–1000 · Published 26 Jul 2023

10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i183363

Abstract

It scrutinizes the critical role of soil microbes in balancing nutrient demands and environmental preservation, thereby ensuring the stability of our ecosystems. The document elucidates how these microscopic organisms play a pivotal role in various ecosystem processes such as nutrient cycling, organic matter decomposition, and the promotion of plant health. It details how their metabolic processes influence soil fertility and plant growth, maintaining a fine equilibrium between the soil's nutrient demand and environmental conservation. The review stresses the influence of microbes on soil health and their potential role in mitigating climate change through carbon sequestration, demonstrating their significance beyond primary production. The correlation between microbial communities, climate change, and soil degradation is emphasized, showing how these factors interact in a complex, interconnected network. Modern microbial management strategies, highlighting sustainable methods to exploit their potential in agriculture and environmental conservation. It advocates for more research into soil microbiome functionality, with a special focus on the impact of human activities and climate change. By emphasizing that soil microbes, although invisible, carry profound implications for global sustainability and food security. By optimizing microbial functions, we can improve soil health and fertility, contributing significantly to ecosystem resilience and stability.

Organic matter decomposition soil microbes soil microbial diversity soil fertility

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