Influence of organic, synthetic and biofertilizers on the diversity of cassava rhizosphere microbiome in Northeastern Thailand.

ABSTRACT: Cassava, one of Thailand's main economic crops, is capable of growing in nearly all soil types. However, continuous monocropping depletes soil nutrients over time. Adopting good agricultural practices can help farmers reduce costs while improving soil fertility. The aim of this study was to compare cassava rhizosphere microbial communities resulting from cultivation under eight different fertilizer treatments, including synthetic, organic, and biological fertilizers, and to identify beneficial microbes that promote cassava growth and yield. The study was conducted at two sites in Northeastern Thailand. Results show that bacterial abundance and species richness (alpha diversity) peaked at 5 months after planting (MAP), showing a significant increase compared to 2 MAP. However, by 10 MAP, al

SUBMITTER: Somyong S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12499567 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature