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Plant-growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) are beneficial microorganisms that colonize plant roots or tissues and enhance growth through mechanisms like nitrogen fixation, nutrient solubilization, hormone production, and pathogen suppression. These microbial partners matter to plant science because they reveal how plants form symbiotic relationships that improve nutrient acquisition, stress tolerance, and overall fitness in natural and agricultural settings. Studying PGPB also offers promising avenues for developing sustainable biofertilizers and reducing reliance on chemical inputs in crop production.

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