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Jingqi Xu¹, Zijian Long¹, Baoru Sun¹

¹State Key Laboratory of Nutrient Use and Management, College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Beijing, China.

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Summary

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Soil compaction hinders crop growth and food security. This review highlights root traits and molecular mechanisms that improve plant resilience in compacted soils, aiding sustainable agriculture.

Keywords:

molecular mechanisms root adaptation root phenotyping root traits root‐soil interaction soil compaction sustainable agriculture

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Area of Science:

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Plant Biology
Soil Science

Background:

Soil compaction negatively impacts root development, crop yields, and global food security.
Understanding root-soil interactions in compacted environments is crucial for sustainable agriculture.

Purpose of the Study:

To review root traits (architectural, anatomical, biochemical, biomechanical) enhancing plant resilience in compacted soils.
To explore molecular mechanisms and genetic factors for root adaptation to soil compaction.
To emphasize the role of root-microbe interactions in improving root adaptability.

Main Methods:

Literature review of studies on root traits and adaptation mechanisms in compacted soils.
Analysis of molecular and genetic factors influencing root phenotypes under stress.
Examination of root-microbe interactions in high soil strength conditions.

Main Results:

Specific root traits significantly improve penetration and soil structure in compacted soils.
Key genetic and biochemical factors contribute to stress-tolerant root phenotypes.
Root-microbe interactions enhance plant adaptability to soil compaction.

Conclusions:

Breeding crops with resilient root systems is vital for high soil strength environments.
This framework supports sustainable agriculture and food security amidst environmental challenges.
Integrating root traits, molecular mechanisms, and microbial interactions offers a path to resilient crops.