Host genotype, soil composition, and geo-climatic factors shape the fonio seed microbiome

Host genotype, soil composition, and geo-climatic factors shape the fonio seed microbiome

Abstract Background Fonio (Digitaria exilis), an orphan millet crop, is the oldest indigenous crop in West Africa. Although the yield is low due to pre-domestication characteristics, the quick maturation time, drought tolerance, and the ability to thrive on poor soils make fonio a climate-smart crop...

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Main Authors: Naheed Tabassum, Hanin Ibrahim Ahmed, Sabiha Parween, Arsheed H. Sheikh, Maged M. Saad, Simon G. Krattinger, Heribert Hirt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-01-01
Series:Microbiome
Subjects:
Seed microbiome
Core microbiome
Microbiome engineering
Plant stress adaptation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40168-023-01725-5

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s40168-023-01725-5

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