seed-microbiome
The seed microbiome refers to the diverse community of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that colonize seeds and are transmitted vertically from parent plant to offspring. These microbial communities play critical roles in seed germination, seedling establishment, and early plant health by priming immune responses, enhancing nutrient acquisition, and protecting against pathogens. Understanding seed microbiome composition and inheritance has significant implications for sustainable agriculture, as it offers a natural mechanism for improving crop resilience and reducing dependence on chemical inputs.
Differential 'resuscitation' from the seed microbiota: a plant-holo...
It suggests the seeds you plant already carry their own stress-survival kit, meaning future crop ...
Multiple origins of the apple seed microbiome: disentangling sexual...
The bacteria living inside the apple seeds you plant—or that apple trees pass to their offspring—...