Fig. 1: Microbiomes serve as the foundation for one health: The
health of plants, humans, and the environment are interconnected and
rely on close association with microbial communities. The beneficial
microbial microbes in the plant rhizosphere determine plant productivity
by assisting in seed germination, foraging for nutrients under
nutrient-limiting conditions, or nutrient recycling along with providing
abiotic and biotic stress tolerance through production metabolites and
modulating host immunity respectively. In humans, the beneficial
microbes introduced via direct consumption of plant products or indirect
exposure through the environment contribute to overall health
maintenance by boosting the immune system against pathogens, reducing
the usage of antimicrobial compounds, and providing some essential
nutrients. The beneficial microbes can offer a sustainable solution for
the conservation of nature by replacing chemical fertilizers and
pesticides responsible for global warming and environmental
pollution.