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Deciphering key factors in pathogen-suppressive microbiome assembly in the rhizosphere
Yohannes Ebabuye Andargie1,2, GyuDae Lee1, Minsoo Jeong1
1Department of Applied Biosciences, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea.
Frontiers in Plant Science
|December 20, 2023
Summary
Plants use microbe-associated molecular patterns (MAMPs) to distinguish beneficial microbes from pathogens, maintaining root microbiome homeostasis. Understanding factors shaping the rhizosphere microbiome is key to developing strategies for pathogen suppression.
Area of Science:
- Plant-microbe interactions
- Microbiome assembly
- Soil suppressiveness
Background:
- Host plants utilize microbe-associated molecular patterns (MAMPs) to regulate symbiotic relationships and maintain root microbiome balance.
- Rhizosphere microbiome composition is influenced by biotic and abiotic factors, impacting plant immunity and nutrient acquisition.
- Distinguishing between beneficial microbes and pathogens is crucial for plant defense and promoting advantageous microbial associations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review fundamental concepts of soil suppressiveness and plant monitoring of microbiome assembly.
- To emphasize key factors governing pathogen-suppressive microbiome assembly in the rhizosphere.
- To explore current strategies for rhizosphere microbiome manipulation and their potential for promoting pathogen-suppressive soils.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on plant-microbe symbiosis and rhizosphere microbiome dynamics.
- Analysis of factors influencing microbiome assembly, including plant immunity strategies and environmental conditions.
- Examination of current research on rhizosphere microbiome manipulation techniques.
Main Results:
- Plants actively manage their microbiome using MAMPs, distinguishing beneficial microbes from pathogens.
- Pathogen infection can trigger plant immune responses via a 'cry-for-help' strategy.
- Nutrient availability and soil pH significantly influence pathogen suppression in the rhizosphere.
- Domestication may lead to the loss of plant defensive genes.
Conclusions:
- Systemic manipulation of the rhizosphere microbiome is complex due to intricate microbial network interactions.
- A comprehensive understanding of factors governing microbiome assembly is essential for developing effective intervention strategies.
- Future research should focus on reshaping the rhizosphere microbiome to enhance soil suppressiveness and promote sustainable agriculture.
