Wenzhong Huang

Tropical Plant Research Center, Hainan Institutes of Tropical Agricultural Resources, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
Molecular Soil Biology, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 1   doi: 10.5376/msb.2024.15.0004
Received: 02 Jan., 2024    Accepted: 03 Feb., 2024    Published: 14 Feb., 2024

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Huang W.Z., 2024, Advancements in symbiotic nitrogen fixation: enhancing sugarcane production, Molecular Soil Biology, 15(1): 28-36 (doi: 10.5376/msb.2024.15.0004)

As an important crop worldwide, sugarcane requires sustainable agricultural practices to meet the growing demand. This study explores the latest progress in symbiotic nitrogen fixation as a sustainable alternative to traditional fertilizers. Symbiotic nitrogen fixation involves beneficial bacteria converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that can be utilized by plants, thereby improving soil health and reducing dependence on fertilizers. The study discussed the biological mechanisms and gene interactions of this process in sugarcane, emphasizing the latest technological innovations including genetic engineering and biological fertilizers. Detailed case studies demonstrate the practical benefits of these technologies, including increased yield and improved soil health. Despite challenges such as biological, environmental, and socio-economic barriers, the potential for optimizing nitrogen fixation through genetic modification and precision agriculture is promising. Supportive policies are crucial for the widespread adoption of these technologies. This study emphasizes the crucial role of symbiotic nitrogen fixation in improving sugarcane productivity and sustainability, and calls for continued research and development in this field.

Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.); Symbiotic nitrogen fixation; Sugarcane production; Technological progress; Case studies; Challenges and opportunities