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Title Sustainable agriculture: leveraging microorganisms for a circular economy
ID_Doc 5944
Authors Glockow, T; Kaster, AK; Rabe, KS; Niemeyer, CM
Title Sustainable agriculture: leveraging microorganisms for a circular economy
Year 2024
Published Applied Microbiology And Biotechnology, 108, 1
DOI 10.1007/s00253-024-13294-0
Abstract Microorganisms serve as linchpins in agricultural systems. Classic examples include microbial composting for nutrient recovery, using microorganisms in biogas technology for agricultural waste utilization, and employing biofilters to reduce emissions from stables or improve water quality in aquaculture. This mini-review highlights the importance of microbiome analysis in understanding microbial diversity, dynamics, and functions, fostering innovations for a more sustainable agriculture. In this regard, customized microorganisms for soil improvement, replacements for harmful agrochemicals or antibiotics in animal husbandry, and (probiotic) additives in animal nutrition are already in or even beyond the testing phase for a large-scale conventional agriculture. Additionally, as climate change reduces arable land, new strategies based on closed-loop systems and controlled environment agriculture, emphasizing microbial techniques, are being developed for regional food production. These strategies aim to secure the future food supply and pave the way for a sustainable, resilient, and circular agricultural economy.
Author Keywords Indoor farming; Microbiome; Omics; Probiotics; Sequencing
Index Keywords Index Keywords
Document Type Other
Open Access Open Access
Source Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED)
EID WOS:001303623600002
WoS Category Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Research Area Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
PDF https://doi.org/10.1007/s00253-024-13294-0
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