We are pleased to announce that Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yelizaveta Chernysh, Department of Ecology and Environmental Protection Technologies, Sumy State University and BRT Director Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hynek Roubík from Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (Czech Republik) together with Prof. Dr. Tsuyoshi Imai, Yamaguchi University (Japan) have been invited to serve as Guest Editors for the Special Issue "Advances on Agro-Microbiology" in the journal Microorganisms.

Why Is This Special Issue Important and Timely?

In the face of global challenges such as soil degradation, pollution, and the growing demand for sustainable agricultural practices, microbiology plays a crucial role in shaping the future of farming. This Special Issue addresses cutting-edge biotechnological approaches that reduce chemical dependence in agriculture while enhancing soil health and crop productivity.

Key topics include:

✔ Biofertilization and soil microbiome management to improve plant growth and yield.

✔ Microbial interactions that influence agricultural ecosystems.

✔ Biopesticides and bioherbicides as eco-friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides.

✔ Soil bioremediation techniques to combat contamination from heavy metals, microplastics, and petroleum products.

✔ Biochar and digestate applications for restoring soil microbial activity and enhancing carbon sequestration.

As sustainable agriculture gains momentum worldwide, this Special Issue highlights groundbreaking research essential for reducing environmental impact and increasing food security.

The submission deadline is 31 July 2025. 

If your work fits perfectly into the special issue, guest editors can offer you the opportunity to publish your article at a discount of 50% to 100% (for high-quality original articles or full reviews) off the total article processing cost until 31 March 2025.

For more details and manuscript submission guidelines, please visit: MDPI Special Issue.

26.02.2025