Research Keyword: Phytotoxicity

Selected rhizobacteria strains improved the tolerance of Vicia faba plants to microcystins contaminated irrigation water and reduced human health risk

Farmers in semi-arid regions like Morocco often irrigate crops with water containing toxic cyanobacterial compounds called microcystins, which accumulate in food crops and harm human health. This study showed that inoculating faba bean plants with beneficial soil bacteria, particularly Achromobacter marplatensis, reduced microcystin accumulation in plants by 36% and promoted healthier plant growth despite contaminated water. The approach offers an affordable, sustainable solution to protect food crops in areas with microcystin-contaminated irrigation water.

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Tour of Truffles: Aromas, Aphrodisiacs, Adaptogens, and More

Truffles are expensive underground mushrooms prized for their distinctive aromas and flavors, with prices reaching thousands of euros per kilogram. Their unique smell comes from over 300 different chemical compounds, many produced with help from bacteria living in the truffle. Beyond their use as luxury food, truffles contain compounds that may have health benefits including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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Symbiotic Fungus Serendipita indica as a Natural Bioenhancer Against Cadmium Toxicity in Chinese Cabbage

This research shows that a beneficial fungus called Serendipita indica can help Chinese cabbage plants survive cadmium contamination. When the fungus colonizes plant roots, it triggers the plant’s natural defense systems to produce protective compounds and reduce heavy metal damage. This finding offers farmers an eco-friendly, biological solution for growing vegetables safely in contaminated soils without harmful chemical treatments.

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