Application of Beneficial Microorganisms in Improving Crop Yield and Agroecosystem Resilience

Dear Colleagues,

Global agriculture is increasingly challenged by the need to sustainably enhance crop productivity while maintaining ecosystem health. Climate change, soil degradation, pest resistance, and the intensification of agricultural practices are threatening the resilience of agroecosystems and the stability of food production worldwide. In this context, beneficial microorganisms, including plant growth-promoting bacteria, fungi, and microbial consortia, have emerged as key tools to support crop yield, improve nutrient use efficiency, and enhance resilience against biotic and abiotic stresses. 

This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for the exchange of knowledge on the role of beneficial microorganisms in agroecosystems. Contributions may include, but are not limited to, the exploration of microbial inoculants and/or microbiomes for crop growth enhancement, interactions between plants and microbiomes, biocontrol of pathogens and pests, improvement of soil health and fertility, and strategies for integrating microbial solutions into sustainable agricultural practices. Emphasis is also placed on understanding the mechanisms through which microorganisms contribute to agroecosystem resilience and on innovative approaches for translating microbial research into practical applications in the field. 

By collecting cutting-edge research and perspectives in this area, this Special Issue pursues to advance our understanding of how beneficial microorganisms can contribute to more productive, resilient, and sustainable agricultural systems.

Dr. Luciana Di Gregorio
Dr. Andrea Visca
Dr. Manuela Costanzo
Guest Editors

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