Harnessing plant-to-plant signalling via common mycorrhizal networks for enhanced community-level resistance in crops.
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Common mycorrhizal networks enable inter-plant signalling that enhances community-level resistance in crops, with mechanisms involving small RNA trafficking.
- Why it matters: Understanding how plants communicate and defend collectively is crucial for developing sustainable agricultural practices and reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.
- What they did: The study investigates the molecular basis of CMN-mediated signals, focusing on mechanisms like small RNA transfer, through phyto- and mycocentric perspectives, and explores their evolutionary significance.
- The result: Findings suggest that leveraging CMNs can improve crop resilience by facilitating inter-plant defence signals, paving the way for microbiological growth supplements and eco-friendly agroecosystem strategies.