Root Exudates Shape Rhizosphere Microbiome Under Clubroot Infection: Insights from Brassica juncea
1. Introduction The rhizosphere is a dynamic interface where plant roots interact with diverse microbial communities, significantly influencing plant health and disease resistance. This research focuses on the role of root exudates in modulating the rhizosphere microbiome of Brassica juncea var. tumida during infection by Plasmodiophora brassicae . Root- secreted metabolites act as signaling molecules that can alter microbial composition and functionality, thereby shaping plant defense mechanisms. Understanding these interactions provides a foundation for developing innovative and sustainable strategies to combat soil- borne diseases like clubroot. 2. Role of Root Exudates in Microbial Recruitment Root exudates consist of sugars, amino acids, organic acids, and secondary metabolites that selectively recruit beneficial or harmful microorganisms. This topic explores how plants actively shape their microbial environment through chemical signaling, influencing microbial diversity...