Actinobacterial endophytes for improved crop performance

Abstract

Increasing numbers of endophytic bacteria are being isolated and identified revealing a rich vein of microbial interaction within a variety of crop plants. In addition, cultivation-independent studies have exposed a broader diversity, with many of the species belonging to culturable genera. Microscopic evidence of endophytic colonisation has been shown in some cases, proving ‘true’ endophytic status and providing an understanding of how these microorganisms gain entry and deploy through their host.