Brevibacillus laterosporus: A Probiotic with Important Applications in Crop and Animal Production

Brevibacillus laterosporus (B. laterosporus) is widely distributed in nature and demonstrates significant potential for applications in biological control, environmental protection, agricultural production, and clinical medicine. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the applications of B. laterosporus in crop cultivation and animal feeding, as well as an examination of the antimicrobial peptides produced by B. laterosporus and their antibacterial mechanisms. B. laterosporus enhances crop cultivation by secreting hydrolases to improve nutrient absorption capabilities, synthesizing hormones to promote crop growth, and producing proteins to inhibit the reproduction of harmful organisms. B. laterosporus has been used to improve animal production by regulating the structure of the intestinal microbiota and inhibiting the growth of pathogenic bacteria through the secretion of various antimicrobial peptides. The bactericidal activity of Brevilaterins secreted by B. laterosporus is attributed to their ability to bind to lipopolysaccharide/lipid II molecules on the cell membrane, thereby altering permeability. Brevilaterins also inhibit bacterial reproduction by affecting relevant gene pathways in the cell membranes of pathogenic bacteria. These pathways include ATP synthesis, peptidoglycan biosynthesis, membrane transport, and cellular metabolism. In conclusion, B. laterosporus exhibits substantial potential as a probiotic activity in crop and animal production. However, applications of B. laterosporus in animal production could be improved, necessitating further research to elucidate the underlying probiotic mechanisms.


Introduction
Brevibacillus laterosporus (B.laterosporus) is widely distributed and can be found in a variety of ecosystems, including soil, water, and animal bodies [1][2][3][4].Precisely because of its wide range of sources, researchers have obtained strains with different characteristics from different places such as the rhizosphere of plants, seawater, and animal digestive systems.B. laterosporus demonstrates adaptability to varying conditions of temperature and pH [5].The growth of B. laterosporus commences at 4 • C, and it exhibits a high reproductive capacity within the temperature range of 15 • C to 37 • C.Moreover, B. laterosporus demonstrates excellent pH tolerance and adaptation in the range of 3.0 to 7.0.B. laterosporus (Firmicutes, Bacilli, Bacillales, Paenibacillaceae, Brevibacillus) is a facultative anaerobic bacterium that produces rod-shaped cells and endospores.B. laterosporus is significantly different from other Bacillus species due to its unique canoe-shaped parasporal bodies [6].Some B. laterosporus strains produce cytoplasmic crystalline inclusions of various shapes and sizes.
B. laterosporus was initially identified in water by Laubach in 1916 and named Bacillus laterosporus [7].The morphological and physiological characteristics of B. laterosporus were meticulously elucidated by Laubach.B. laterosporus exhibits a granular morphology with rounded ends and possesses globular spores.Its dimensions range from (0.375-0.5) µm × (1.125-4) µm, which is shorter than the majority of Bacilli.Due to limitations in the identification technology available at that time, its characteristics were described as similar to those of Bacillus, leading to its subsequent designation as Bacillus laterosporus.In 1996, Shida employed the analysis of 16S rRNA gene sequences and phylogenetics to demonstrate that Bacillus brevis (B.brevis) clusters exhibited distinct phylogenetic separation from other Bacillus clusters [8].Therefore, Shida proposed reclassifying the B. brevis cluster as a novel genus named Brevibacillus gen.nov., which includes Bacillus laterosporus, resulting in the official renaming of Bacillus laterosporus as Brevibacillus laterosporus.
B. laterosporus is a probiotic bacterium exhibiting diverse biological activities encompassing insecticidal, antibacterial, anti-tumor, and biodegradation properties [9].It has applications in crop cultivation, animal production, clinical medicine, and biological degradation.B. laterosporus is widely used to promote growth and protect crops.By producing growth hormones, B. laterosporus stimulates root development and improves nutrientuptake efficiency, thereby increasing crop yield and quality.B. laterosporus also demonstrates inhibitory activity against a variety of crop pests and pathogens, thereby effectively regulating harmful organisms.B. laterosporus plays an important probiotic role in animal feeding.By regulating the balance of the intestinal tract, B. laterosporus improves digestive function and promotes animal growth.The scope of applications for B. laterosporus also encompasses the medical field.The antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) [10,11] and enzymes [12,13] produced by B. laterosporus possess significant medicinal value.Moreover, B. laterosporus also exhibits the capability to synthesize anticancer substances such as Brevilaterin B [14].The degradation of various substances by B. laterosporus has been increasingly observed, exemplified prominently by the conversion of polyvinyl alcohol into acetate.The utilization of B. laterosporus in various domains demonstrates its significant value and extensive prospects.Microorganisms play a pivotal role in promoting sustainable agricultural development, finding extensive applications in microbial pesticides, microbial fertilizers, and microbial feeds.B. laterosporus not only exhibits remarkable insecticidal and antibacterial properties but also contributes significantly to soil enhancement.The multifunctionality demonstrated by B. laterosporus has captured our attention, particularly the potential application of its AMPs as alternatives to antibiotics in animal breeding.Consequently, we have chosen to concentrate our research on B. laterosporus within the domains of crop cultivation and animal production.The focus of this study will focus on the probiotic role of B. laterosporus in animal production and the involvement of probiotic activity of B. laterosporus in crop symbiosis, as well as exploring the mechanism of action of antimicrobial peptides produced by B. laterosporus.

Enhances Nutrient Acquisition and Promotes Crop Growth
Microorganisms form a symbiotic relationship with plants, providing essential elements and synthetic hormones through metabolites, thereby significantly enhancing crop yield [15,16].The metabolites produced by microorganisms play a crucial role in providing plants with essential elements, such as organic nitrogen and phosphorus, thereby addressing the issue of inaccessible inorganic nutrients in the soil.The application of microbial hormones facilitates an increase in leaf area, prolongs the rate of senescence, induces flower bud differentiation, and enhances fruit expansion.
The effectiveness of B. laterosporus in enhancing nutrient acquisition is significant.It promotes the absorption and utilization of mineral nutrients by crops by secreting phosphatase to convert organic phosphorus into inorganic phosphorus in the soil [17,18].B. laterosporus (rhizosphere of Lithocarpus sundaicus) isolated from the Sangagana forest dissolved 27.67 mg/L of inorganic phosphorus [19].This phosphate-solubilizing ability is closely related to the phosphate-solubilizing genes in its genome.The strain B. laterosporus K75, which exhibits robust capabilities in solubilizing phosphate, harbors additional genes (pqq, pstA, and pstB) that are associated with the process of phosphate solubilization [20].
Furthermore, B. laterosporus has the capability to biosynthesize hormones.For example, B. laterosporus SVC(II)14 isolated from the rhizosphere soil of a Haryana cottongrowing area synthesized 4.74 µg/mL of indole acetic acid (IAA) [21]; Świ ątczak reported that B. laterosporus K75 exhibited the highest concentration of synthesized IAA, totaling 13.892 µg/mL [20].Furthermore, particular strains have demonstrated the ability to produce up to 45.77 µg/mL of IAA under optimized culture conditions, such as with tryptophan supplementation [22].The different IAA-synthetic abilities of B. laterosporus have been attributed to variations in its genome.For instance, the high plant hormone-producing strain K75 harbors additional IAA synthesis genes (trp A, B, C, D, E, F, and S) within its genome [20].
The practical applications of B. laterosporus encompass the effective stimulation of crop root growth and enhancement of their absorptive capacity, thereby resulting in augmented crop yields [20,22].Some studies have shown that B. laterosporus significantly increased the biomass of crops [20,23], as reflected by increased leaf weight and root length in maize by 54.55% and 26.90%, respectively, and an increase in the fresh weight of potato by 6.80%.

Suppresses Reproduction of Harmful Organisms 2.2.1. Inhibits Pathogenic Fungi in Crops
The cultivation of crops often encounters challenges posed by fungal diseases, resulting in significant financial losses for agricultural practitioners.Thus, the use of microorganisms as a viable solution to inhibit the growth and reproduction of fungi has emerged [24].These beneficial microorganisms enter the soil or plant and compete with potentially pathogenic fungi for nutrients, space, and resources, thereby limiting fungal reproduction and infection.This pollution-free, sustainable, and efficient biocontrol method has gained extensive applications in agricultural production and crop protection.B. laterosporus strains can control or inhibit the reproduction of harmful fungi, such as Phytophthora capsici [25], Botryosphaeria dothidea [26], and Fusarium oxysporum [20], thereby promoting crop growth [27,28] (Table 1).

Inhibition of Pathogenic Bacteria in Crops
B. laterosporus inhibits a variety of bacteria that infect crops [31].For example, the control effect of tomato bacterial wilt caused by Ralstonia solanacearum was 58.42-68.68%when B. laterosporus X10 was added to tomatoes [32].The biocontrol efficiency of B. laterosporus AMCC100017 against potato common scab (PCS) caused by Streptomyces bottropensis was 70.5% [23].The biocontrol efficacy of B. laterosporus BL12 against PCS was determined to be 34.29%[33].Some beneficial bacteria (Pseudomonas and Microbacterium) related to the control of crop diseases are significantly positively correlated with B. laterosporus BL12 and significantly negatively correlated with the disease index, which may cooperate with BL12 to control PCS [33].The biocontrol efficiency of B. laterosporus SN19-1 against bacterial leaf blight caused by Xanthomonas was 90.92% [34].The inhibitory effect of B. laterosporus B4 on Acidovorax avenae subsp.avenae was significant, with a biocontrol efficacy of 71.9% against brown streak disease caused by Acidovorax avenae subsp.Avenae [35].The mechanism of action may be that B. laterosporus B4 disrupts the formation of the pathogenic bacterial biofilm by producing bacteriocins that directly inhibit growth or change the expression of virulence-related genes, leading to the leakage of intracellular substances.

Inhibits Pests in Crops
The pathogenicity of B. laterosporus has been extensively documented against parasitic nematodes, mollusks, as well as eggs and larvae of various insect orders including Coleoptera, Diptera, and Lepidoptera [36].Nematodes are common crop pathogens that cause severe damage.Beneficial microbial agents inhibit nematodes by promoting defense responses through parasitization, occupation, and killing [37].B. laterosporus kills nematodes by inhibiting egg hatching and larval development [38].The culture supernatant of B. laterosporus F5 demonstrated significant efficacy against microworms and Meloidogyne incognita, leading to a larval mortality rate of 90% [39].Notably, the median lethal concentration (LC 50 ) for Meloidogyne incognita was 0.4 mg/mL.The culture supernatant of B. laterosporus G4 contained an alkaline protease (designated BLG4) that exhibited potent nematicidal activity.Scanning electron microscopy has revealed that BLG4 caused severe damage to the nematode cuticle, which subsequently underwent digestion by the host, suggesting that hydrolytic proteases may serve as a key toxic component in nematode eradication [40,41].
The toxicity of particular B. laterosporus strains towards insects is attributed to various factors, including spores, cell crystals, and the toxic proteins they produce [45].The fermentation supernatants of B. laterosporus MB438 and MB439 exhibited insecticidal activity against Diabrotica virgifera in maize roots and leaves, and two toxin proteins were subsequently identified from these organs [46].Following isolation, a strain of B. laterosporus EG5553, obtained from grain, was found to harbor Mpp75Aa1, an insecticidal protein.This protein can undergo oligomerization through corn rootworm protease processing and subsequently bind to receptors on the midgut membrane, resulting in perforation and tissue damage that ultimately leads to the mortality of corn rootworm [47].

Regulation of Animal Growth
Utilizing microbial agents as a means of regulating animal growth offers numerous benefits.Microbial agents effectively enhance the functionality of the digestive system, thereby optimizing nutrient absorption and feed utilization.Additionally, microbial agents facilitate the accelerated growth and reproduction of farmed animals, resulting in shortened breeding cycles and improved efficiency.Moreover, microbial agents stimulate and regulate the immune system to bolster resistance against external environmental factors and pathogenic microorganisms, thereby mitigating the risk of infection and death.B. laterosporus has been added to animal feed, and the improvements in the growth of farmed animals are shown in Table 2.The meat quality of broilers could be enhanced through significant improvements in breast muscle color (0.5% decrease in lightness and 0.54% increase in redness) as well as muscle chemistry (0.05% increase in protein content) [52] Supplementation of the broiler diet with B. laterosporus S62-9 resulted in a significant 7.2% increase in broiler weight, accompanied by a remarkable reduction of 5.19% in the feed conversion rate and enhancement of the immune response [48].Adding B. laterosporus Texasporus to the diet of broilers infected with Salmonella effectively counteracted the decline in performance and the increase in the immune factor IgM induced by the pathogenic bacteria [49].Additionally, adding B. laterosporus S62-9 to feed enhanced the pH level, brightness, and tenderness of the chicken meat, as well as increasing its protein and fat contents, thereby improving the quality and flavor of the broiler chickens [52].
B. laterosporus has also been used in the aquaculture of fish, crabs, shrimp, and freshwater turtles and has demonstrated significant benefits, such as the promotion of growth, antibacterial properties, and enhancement of body weight [53].Introducing B. laterosporus PBC01 into the water significantly enhanced the growth performance of crucian carp [50].The inclusion of B. laterosporus in aquaculture water significantly enhanced the antioxidant status of crucian carp in both serum and liver, while also stimulating the activities of intestinal digestive enzymes in crucian carp.The growth and health status of crucian carp can be significantly enhanced by supplementation with an appropriate dosage of B. laterosporus as a water probiotic [50].Feeding Litopenaeus vannamei a diet containing 10 7 CFU of B. laterosporus FAS05 per gram significantly increased its specific growth rate and reduced the immune activity of hemocyte reactive oxygen species in a 28-day culture experiment [51].Taken together, these results indicate that using B. laterosporus as a feed additive in various cultured species significantly enhances growth and bolsters the immune response.

Regulation of Intestinal Health
The intestinal microbiota plays a crucial role in the maintenance of overall health and homeostasis [54].The gut microbiota actively participates in food decomposition and nutrient absorption by synthesizing enzymes that facilitate the breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into bioavailable forms for utilization.These processes enhance digestive efficiency and facilitate the augmentation of energy reserves, thereby bolstering productivity.In addition, the gut microbiota modulates the immune response by stimulating the activation of T cells, B cells, natural killer cells, and other immune cells, thereby enhancing their ability to recognize and eliminate pathogens, and bolstering the defense mechanism.
The regulation of the intestinal flora structure by B. laterosporus enhances disease resistance, promotes the relative abundance of beneficial bacteria, and inhibits the proliferation of harmful microorganisms.Feeding with B. laterosporus S62-9 significantly enhanced the relative abundance of beneficial bacteria (Adlercreutzia, Akkermansia, Lactobacillus, Intestinimonas, and Ruminococcus) in the broiler cecum while reducing the relative abundance of harmful bacteria (Pseudomonas, Klebsiella, Cupriavidus, and Ralstonia) [48].B. laterosporus sustains intestinal immune function by competing with pathogenic microorganisms on the mucosa to inhibit colonization and promote intestinal health.Feeding B. laterosporus BL1 to a high-fat mouse model improved the structure of the intestinal flora by increasing the number of beneficial bacteria (norank_f_Muribaculaceae) and reducing the abundance of pro-inflammatory bacteria (Faecalibaculum) [55].In the aflatoxin B1 (AFB 1 )-infected quail model, the number of Escherichia coli increased while the number of lactic acid bacteria decreased in the ileum of quail fed AFB 1 [56].However, this effect was reversed by adding B. laterosporus Bl (p < 0.001).Therefore, these results suggest that the probiotic B. laterosporus improves the gut's microbial-community structure in different animals, thereby promoting overall health.

Other Functions
An existing patent has identified that a naturally prepared B. laterosporus Texasporus (BT) lipopeptide derived from B. laterosporus Texasporus exhibits significant efficacy in the treatment of obesity and associated disorders [53].Examples of BT lipopeptide inventions include oral administration of one or more BT lipopeptides, which effectively reduced body weight in obese patients, controlled blood glucose level, and enhanced insulin sensitivity; treatment with BT peptides decreased visceral adiposity and improved fatty liver in a mouse obesity model after 30 days of feeding [53].Weng reported that B. laterosporus BL1 effectively reduced weight and fat in obese mice fed a high-fat diet (HFD), while also lowering blood lipid and glucose levels, thereby achieving less adipose tissue [55].A HFD group exhibited a significant increase in body weight and body fat content compared to the CON group (p < 0.001), whereas B. laterosporus BL1-fed obese mice demonstrated remarkable reductions of 41.26% and 33.39% in body weight and body fat content, respectively (p < 0.01) [55].These findings suggest that B. laterosporus possesses a probiotic function that effectively mitigates obesity and lipid accumulation in animals.

Structural Features of Brevilaterins
The innate immune system encompasses a crucial class of small peptides known as AMPs, which are widely distributed in nature.AMPs exhibit a broad spectrum of inhibitory efficacy against bacteria, fungi, and viruses [57,58] and play crucial roles as innate immune effectors across diverse species, including humans, animals, and crops.AMPs serve as the first line of defense against foreign invaders [59,60].AMPs possess diverse biological functions [61].AMPs exhibit broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties by targeting a wide range of pathogens, such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites.They disrupt microbial cell membranes, inhibit intracellular processes, and modulate immune responses to combat infections.AMPs regulate the immune system by affecting the activation, migration, and function of immune cells, such as monocytes, macrophages, neutrophils, and T cells.Particular AMPs promote wound healing by enhancing angiogenesis during tissue regeneration and re-epithelialization.The immunomodulatory effects of AMPs help to mitigate infection-related complications during healing.AMPs exhibit anticancer activity by inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, inhibiting tumor growth, and modulating the tumor microenvironment.These properties make AMPs potential candidates for cancer therapy and drug development.AMPs exert selective control over the growth of commensal microorganisms, thereby shaping the composition of the host's microbiota and contributing to the maintenance of a balanced microbial community.AMPs also act as important components of the innate immune systems of insects and other inver-tebrates by protecting against microbial invaders.The multifaceted biological functions of AMPs underscore their significance in host defense, immune regulation, and overall health across a variety of biological contexts.
B. laterosporus produces a variety of AMPs and is thought to be responsible for producing short-sequence (<20 AAs) AMPs [10,62].Seventeen AMPs produced by B. laterosporus have been identified, but the nomenclature varies among discoverers [63], including Bogorols [64], Brevibacillins [65,66], Brevilaterins [10], BT peptides [67], BL-A60 [25], Bacteriocin DS-3 [68], and others.Bogorols, Brevibacillins, Brevilaterins, and BT peptides have similar basic structures.They contain 13 amino acids and an N-terminal C6-fatty acid chain (Hmp-Aba-Val-Orn-Val-Val-Val-Lys-Val-Leu-Lys-Tyr-Leu-Vol) [63], with a molecular weight of 1.555-1.617kDa, with amino acid substitutions at some positions.Therefore, these similar AMPs should be named Brevilaterins, as shown in Figure 1 genesis during tissue regeneration and re-epithelialization.The immunomodulatory effects of AMPs help to mitigate infection-related complications during healing.AMPs exhibit anticancer activity by inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, inhibiting tumor growth, and modulating the tumor microenvironment.These properties make AMPs potential candidates for cancer therapy and drug development.AMPs exert selective control over the growth of commensal microorganisms, thereby shaping the composition of the host's microbiota and contributing to the maintenance of a balanced microbial community.AMPs also act as important components of the innate immune systems of insects and other invertebrates by protecting against microbial invaders.The multifaceted biological functions of AMPs underscore their significance in host defense, immune regulation, and overall health across a variety of biological contexts.
The antibacterial mechanisms of Brevilaterins have been demonstrated at two distinct levels.At the cellular level, the cationic peptide Brevibacillin V interacted with negatively charged lipopolysaccharide (LPS) through electrostatic interactions.It replaced Mg 2+ and Ca 2+ ions that maintained the LPS structure, resulting in partial release of LPS into the environment [73].The missing LPS was filled by phospholipids in the inner membrane, leading to increased permeability of the outer membrane.Subsequent investigations revealed that Brevibacillin 2V bound to the Lipid II pentapeptide, which is a precursor involved in bacterial cell wall synthesis, thereby changing the permeability of the bacterial cell membrane and exhibiting bactericidal activity [11], as illustrated in Figure 2A.The expression of the murC, murY, murE, and murG genes involved in cell wall synthesis were significantly downregulated by Brevilaterin B, resulting in a pronounced inhibition of peptidoglycan biosynthesis (p < 0.05).The expression levels of the plcB, cls-1, and cls-2 genes associated with phosphatidylglycerol degradation and transformation were significantly upregulated (p < 0.05).ATP synthesis was impaired, resulting in a significant downregulation of transcriptional genes such as atpB (p < 0.05).Genes related to potassium ion transport and the potassium-regulating two-component system, including kdpB, were significantly upregulated (p < 0.05).Furthermore, expression of the stress response and of the cation resistance-related gene dltA were significantly upregulated.Brevilaterin B modulates gene expression in pathogen membrane-associated pathways.These pathways encompass activation of peptidoglycan biosynthesis, membrane transport (ATP-binding cassette transport and ion transport), cellular metabolism (amino acid and lipid metabolism), ATP synthesis, and the stress response (quorum sensing and bacterial chemotaxis) [74], as illustrated in Figure 2B, to achieve the antibacterial effect.
of Brevilaterins against Bacillus, Listeria, Streptococcus, Lactobacillus, and other bacteria ranged from 0.5 to 2 µg/mL [69].The broad spectrum and potent antibacterial effects of these AMPs render them promising candidates for antibiotic utilization.
The antibacterial mechanisms of Brevilaterins have been demonstrated at two distinct levels.At the cellular level, the cationic peptide Brevibacillin V interacted with negatively charged lipopolysaccharide (LPS) through electrostatic interactions.It replaced Mg 2+ and Ca 2+ ions that maintained the LPS structure, resulting in partial release of LPS into the environment [73].The missing LPS was filled by phospholipids in the inner membrane, leading to increased permeability of the outer membrane.Subsequent investigations revealed that Brevibacillin 2V bound to the Lipid II pentapeptide,which is a precursor involved in bacterial cell wall synthesis, thereby changing the permeability of the bacterial cell membrane and exhibiting bactericidal activity [11], as illustrated in Fig. 2A.The expression of the murY, murE, and murG genes involved in cell wall synthesis were significantly downregulated by Brevilaterin B, resulting in a pronounced inhibition of peptidoglycan biosynthesis (p < 0.05).The expression levels of the plcB, cls-1, and cls-2 genes associated with phosphatidylglycerol degradation and transformation were significantly upregulated (p < 0.05).ATP synthesis was impaired, resulting in a significant downregulation of transcriptional genes such as atpB (p < 0.05).Genes related to potassium ion transport and the potassium-regulating two-component system, including kdpB, were significantly upregulated (p < 0.05).Furthermore, expression of the stress response and of the cation resistance-related gene dltA were significantly upregulated.Brevilaterin B modulates gene expression in pathogen membrane-associated pathways.These pathways encompass activation of peptidoglycan biosynthesis, membrane transport (ATP-binding casse e transport and ion transport), cellular metabolism (amino acid and lipid metabolism), ATP synthesis, and the stress response (quorum sensing and bacterial chemotaxis) [74], as illustrated in Figure 2B, to achieve the antibacterial effect.The AMPs produced by B. laterosporus exhibit extensive and potent antibacterial activity.They have been found to be highly effective against a wide range of bacteria, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative species, making them a promising source of potential antibiotics.Additionally, these AMPs demonstrate excellent thermal stability, enabling them to withstand high temperatures without compromising their antimicrobial activity.Despite these promising characteristics, the precise mechanisms underlying the The AMPs produced by B. laterosporus exhibit extensive and potent antibacterial activity.They have been found to be highly effective against a wide range of bacteria, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative species, making them a promising source of potential antibiotics.Additionally, these AMPs demonstrate excellent thermal stability, enabling them to withstand high temperatures without compromising their antimicrobial activity.Despite these promising characteristics, the precise mechanisms underlying the antibacterial effects of these AMPs remain incompletely understood.Further research and investigation are necessary to elucidate their modes of action in order to optimize their potential use as antibiotics and comprehend the broader implications of their activity in relation to bacterial resistance and the development of new antimicrobial agents.As our understanding of these AMPs continues to expand, we anticipate that future investigations will unveil previously unknown insights into the characteristics and mechanisms of other AMPs.Consequently, this will make a significant contribution to the ongoing endeavors in developing novel and effective antimicrobial agents-an imperative pursuit considering the escalating global challenge of antibiotic resistance.The more we acquire knowledge about the intricate mechanisms by which bacteria interact with their environment and other microorganisms, the better equipped we become in formulating targeted strategies for combating bacterial infections while preserving the efficacy of existing antibiotics.

Prospects for Industrializing B. laterosporus
B. laterosporus has diverse applications in agriculture, such as biological control, reducing reliance on chemical pesticides, and promoting crop growth [75].B. laterosporus produces a diverse array of compounds with insecticidal activity, effectively controlling a wide range of pests including insects and nematodes.Utilizing biopesticides derived from B. laterosporus enables efficient management of agricultural pests while reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.Moreover, B. laterosporus is tolerant of abiotic stressors, aiding crops in adapting to environmental challenges.For example, the strain enhances tolerance to stress by regulating the synthesis and metabolism of endogenous hormones in response to challenging conditions, such as drought and salinity.Additionally, B. laterosporus plays a crucial role in the degradation of agricultural residues, as it possesses strong decomposition abilities that effectively breakdown chemical pesticide residues into non-toxic or minimallytoxic metabolites.This not only ensures food safety but alleviates pollution.The key application of B. laterosporus in agriculture lies in its utilization as a biocontrol agent for the management of pests and diseases during crop cultivation.However, due to its capacity for enhancing intestinal barrier function, regulating immunity, and inhibiting the proliferation of harmful bacteria, B. laterosporus has gradually been employed as a variety of animal feed additives in the breeding industry, demonstrating significant potential within the realm of animal production.Additionally, B. laterosporus facilitated the accelerated maturation of compost by regulating physicochemical parameters and orchestrating bacterial community succession, thereby providing valuable insights for the efficient utilization of manure resources and the integration of cultivation practices with sustainable development [76].
The practical application of B. laterosporus faces several challenges, including limited productivity, the absence of highly potent strains, and restricted industrial scalability.Firstly, one challenge lies in optimizing the production process for B. laterosporus on a larger scale.This entails developing efficient fermentation techniques capable of accommodating increased volumes while upholding high product quality and consistency.Secondly, strain optimization plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficacy and stability of it across various applications.This necessitates extensive research and development efforts focused on identifying genetic variations within different strains and selecting those exhibiting superior characteristics such as heightened antimicrobial activity or improved environmental adaptability.Further investigation is required to understand the genome and proteomics of B. laterosporus.Advancements in genomics and proteomics can significantly contribute to its practical application.Genomics can facilitate the identification of pivotal genes accountable for desirable traits in B. laterosporus, such as antimicrobial activity or stress tolerance, which can be exploited to genetically engineer strains with augmented characteristics.By analyzing the proteome of B. laterosporus, researchers can gain valuable insights into its metabolic pathways and protein functions, which are crucial for optimizing production processes and understanding how this bacterium interacts with its environment.Therefore, the following actions should be considered for successfully developing agricultural probiotic products based on B. laterosporus: (1) optimizing the formulation to enhance the stability and fermentation level of live bacterial preparations for improved production efficiency; (2) exploring highly active strains and enhancing the screening system; (3) utilizing mutation breeding or genetic engineering techniques to improve strains and increase effective metabolite yield; (4) continuously researching and developing new bioactive products with enhanced functionality for product enhancement.

Figure 1 .
Figure 1.Structural characteristics of Brevilaterins [10,26,64-67].This structure diagram has been drawn based on information regarding the structure and visual representation provided in reference [63,64].In the same amino acid sequence template, the structures of these antimicrobial peptides differ only at the amino acids at specific positions, and the corresponding substituted amino acids are indicated by different colored ovals.

Figure 1 .
Figure 1.Structural characteristics ofBrevilaterins [10,26,[64][65][66][67].This structure diagram has been drawn based on information regarding the structure and visual representation provided in reference[63,64].In the same amino acid sequence template, the structures of these antimicrobial peptides differ only at the amino acids at specific positions, and the corresponding substituted amino acids are indicated by different colored ovals.

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Figure 2. Diagram of the mechanism of action of Brevilaterins.The antibacterial mechanism diagram of Brevibacillins is illustrated in (A), based on the content information derived from references [11,73].The antibacterial mechanism diagram of Brevilaterin B is illustrated in (B), which has been constructed based on the structural and pictorial information provided in reference [74].

Figure 2 .
Figure 2. Diagram of the mechanism of action of Brevilaterins.The antibacterial mechanism diagram of Brevibacillins is illustrated in (A), based on the content information derived from references [11,73].The antibacterial mechanism diagram of Brevilaterin B is illustrated in (B), which has been constructed based on the structural and pictorial information provided in reference [74].

Table 2 .
The regulation of animal growth mediated by B. laterosporus.