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by Natalia Caetano Vasques Natalia Caetano Vasques SciProfiles Scilit Preprints.org Google Scholar Marco Antonio Nogueira Marco Antonio Nogueira SciProfiles Scilit Preprints.org Google Scholar Marco Antonio Nogueira received an Agronomist degree (1994) at Unesp Jaboticabal, master (1997) and[...] Read more Mariangela Hungria Mariangela Hungria SciProfiles Scilit Preprints.org Google Scholar Mariangela Hungria got her PhD in Agronomy (Soil Science) from Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de[...] Read more
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Department of Microbiology, Universidade Estadual de Londrina (UEL), Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil
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Soil Biotechnology Laboratory, Embrapa Soja, C.P. 4006, Londrina 86085-981, PR, Brazil
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Agronomy 2024, 14(8), 1654; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654 (registeringDOI)
Submission received: 7 June 2024 / Revised: 25 July 2024 / Accepted: 26 July 2024 / Published: 27 July 2024
(This article belongs to the Special Issue From Soil-Plant-Microbial Interactions to New-Concept Biopesticides and Biofertilizers)
Abstract
The microbial genus Bacillus inhabits a diverse range of environments and is widespread across all global biomes, with a significant presence in soil habitats. In agriculture, Bacillus strains play multifaceted roles, serving as biocontrol agents against pests and diseases, and promoting plant growth by facilitating nutrient availability and enhancing stress tolerance. Through mechanisms such as phosphate solubilization, ACC-deaminase activity, and synthesis of phytohormones and siderophores, Bacillus spp. contribute to soil health and crop productivity, in a new approach of regenerative agriculture. The ability of Bacillus spp. to solubilize phosphate makes essential nutrients more accessible to plants, while ACC-deaminase activity helps plants withstand environmental stresses. Additionally, the synthesis of phytohormones can stimulate plant growth and development, and siderophores may facilitate the uptake of nutrients such as iron by plants. As the agricultural industry embraces Bacillus-based formulations for pest management and crop enhancement, future research holds promising prospects for optimizing their applications and harnessing their full potential in agroecosystems. Continued exploration of Bacillus spp. diversity and their interactions with plants and soil microbiota will further advance sustainable agricultural practices. This review contributes to understanding how Bacillus strains can revolutionize agriculture by enhancing soil health, increasing crop productivity, and providing effective biological solutions against pests and diseases. The successful application of Bacillus-based technologies in millions of hectares in Brazilian agriculture demonstrates the synergy between the need for more sustainable agricultural practices and the use of bio-inputs.
Keywords: agriculture; Bacillus; bio-inputs; biocontrol; plant growth promotion
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Vasques, N.C.; Nogueira, M.A.; Hungria, M. Increasing Application of Multifunctional Bacillus for Biocontrol of Pests and Diseases and Plant Growth Promotion: Lessons from Brazil. Agronomy 2024, 14, 1654. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654
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Vasques NC, Nogueira MA, Hungria M. Increasing Application of Multifunctional Bacillus for Biocontrol of Pests and Diseases and Plant Growth Promotion: Lessons from Brazil. Agronomy. 2024; 14(8):1654. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654
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Vasques, Natalia Caetano, Marco Antonio Nogueira, and Mariangela Hungria. 2024. "Increasing Application of Multifunctional Bacillus for Biocontrol of Pests and Diseases and Plant Growth Promotion: Lessons from Brazil" Agronomy 14, no. 8: 1654. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654
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Vasques, N.C.; Nogueira, M.A.; Hungria, M. Increasing Application of Multifunctional Bacillus for Biocontrol of Pests and Diseases and Plant Growth Promotion: Lessons from Brazil. Agronomy 2024, 14, 1654. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654
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Vasques NC, Nogueira MA, Hungria M. Increasing Application of Multifunctional Bacillus for Biocontrol of Pests and Diseases and Plant Growth Promotion: Lessons from Brazil. Agronomy. 2024; 14(8):1654. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654
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Vasques, Natalia Caetano, Marco Antonio Nogueira, and Mariangela Hungria. 2024. "Increasing Application of Multifunctional Bacillus for Biocontrol of Pests and Diseases and Plant Growth Promotion: Lessons from Brazil" Agronomy 14, no. 8: 1654. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081654
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