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<p><b>The most up-to-date reference on phytomicrobiomes available today</b></p> <p><i>The Plant Microbiome in Sustainable Agriculture</i> combines the most relevant and timely information available today in the fields of nutrient and food security. With a particular emphasis on current research progress and perspectives of future development in the area, <i>The Plant Microbiome in Sustainable Agriculture </i>is an invaluable reference for students and researchers in the field, as well as those with an interest in microbiome research and development.</p> <p>The book covers both terrestrial and crop associated microbiomes, unveiling the biological, biotechnological and technical aspects of research. Topics discussed include:</p> <ul> <li>Developing model plant microbiome systems for various agriculturally important crops</li> <li>Defining core microbiomes and metagenomes in these model systems</li> <li>Defining synthetic microbiomes for a sustainable increase in food production and quality</li> </ul> <p><i>The Plant Microbiome in Sustainable Agriculture</i> is written to allow a relative neophyte to learn and understand the basic concepts involved in phytomicrobiomes and discuss them intelligently with colleagues.</p>