This remarkable microbe could help farmers survive rising seas
Scientists have discovered a naturally occurring bacterium, Pseudomonas, that helps soybeans and other crops grow in salty soil, potentially aiding farmers facing rising sea levels. The microbe thrives around plant roots under high salt conditions and can be transferred to various crops, boosting their growth. While it does not flourish on rice and wheat, it significantly improves the resilience of crops like sorghum, maize, and soybeans. This finding offers a promising, non-genetically modified solution to protect agriculture from increasing salt intrusion caused by climate change.
Scientists discovered a naturally occurring bacterium, Pseudomonas, that helps soybeans and other crops grow in salty soil without genetic modification.
This microbe could help farmers protect their crops as rising sea levels push salt water inland, potentially safeguarding food supplies in coastal regions.
The discovery offers a sustainable, natural solution to a growing challenge, showing how science can support agriculture and climate resilience.
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