Microbial innovations in agriculture: interdisciplinary approaches to leveraging microbes for food sustainability and security

Debasis Mitra; Rahul Kumar; Neha Kamboj

doi:10.18231/j.ijmr.2024.026

journal article Open Access Sep 15, 2024

Microbial innovations in agriculture: interdisciplinary approaches to leveraging microbes for food sustainability and security

Debasis Mitra

Rahul Kumar

Neha Kamboj

Indian Journal of Microbiology Research Vol. 11 No. 3 pp. 129-139 · Diva Enterprises Private Limited

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Abstract

Ensuring food security and promoting sustainability are huge global challenges that humanity must address. The field of microbiology presents promising solutions by leveraging the immense diversity and capabilities of microorganisms. These microscopic life forms play vital roles throughout the food production cycle, from enhancing soil fertility and boosting plant growth to controlling pests and diseases, facilitating food processing, and managing waste. Exploiting beneficial microbes can increase crop yields, improve nutrient bioavailability, and reduce reliance on synthetic agrochemicals, thereby contributing to environmental sustainability. Moreover, microbial biotechnologies enable the development of innovative food products, enhance food safety measures, and prolong shelf life, consequently minimizing food waste. Significantly, microbial-based solutions can be tailored to local contexts, fostering inclusive and equitable food systems accessible to diverse communities. However, fully realizing the potential of microbiology in food systems requires a multidisciplinary approach, integrating advancements in microbial ecology, genomics, metabolomics, bio preservation, and biotechnology. This abstract explores the potential of microbiology to contribute significantly to food security and sustainability, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary research and the integration of microbiological innovations into agricultural practices and food systems.

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Published: Sep 15, 2024
Vol/Issue: 11(3)
Pages: 129-139
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Debasis Mitra

Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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Rahul Kumar

Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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Neha Kamboj

Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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Debasis Mitra, Rahul Kumar, Neha Kamboj (2024). Microbial innovations in agriculture: interdisciplinary approaches to leveraging microbes for food sustainability and security. Indian Journal of Microbiology Research, 11(3), 129-139. https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijmr.2024.026

Microbial innovations in agriculture: interdisciplinary approaches to leveraging microbes for food sustainability and security

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