Summary
This narrative review by leading soil ecologists examines the critical role of soil microbiomes in enabling regenerative agriculture practices. The authors argue that microbial communities provide essential ecosystem functions—including nutrient cycling, disease suppression, and stress resilience—that are fundamental to sustainable farming and adaptation to climate change.
Regional applicability
As a conceptual review without specific geographic focus, the principles apply broadly across agroecological contexts. Implementation in the United Kingdom would depend on regional soil types, climate conditions, and the specific regenerative practices adopted by farmers.
Key measures
Soil microbiome functions; soil health indicators; plant growth performance; climate resilience metrics
Outcomes reported
The paper discusses how soil microbiomes contribute multiple functions to support soil health and plant growth in regenerative agricultural systems, particularly under future climate change scenarios.
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