PERAN MIKROBIOMA TANAH DALAM MEMPENGARUHI PERKECAMBAHAN SEBAGAI FAKTOR PENDUKUNG PERTANIAN BERKELANJUTAN

Abstract

The soil microbiome is a complex community of microorganisms that plays an important role in the life cycle of plants, including the seed germination phase. The soil microbial community contributes to plant health and is a highly diverse complex. The soil microbial community influences plant growth in various ways, such as enhancing nutrient uptake, increasing root exudate secretion, and improving plant defense against pathogens.  Additionally, the interaction between plants and the soil microbiome is also very important. This primarily occurs in the rhizosphere, the small portion of soil where plant roots influence the microbiome through the secretion of exudates containing sugars, vitamins, organic acids, hormones, amino acids, and fatty acids. This article aims to examine the soil microbiome that plays a role in influencing seed germination as a supporting factor for sustainable agriculture. This type of research uses a literature review method. Information collection was conducted through literature studies by analyzing data from various sources over the past 10 years. The research findings indicate that microbiomes such as Azotobacter sp., Lactobacillus sp., Trichoderma sp., Bacillus subtilis, Gliocladium sp., and Beauveria bassiana can have an impact on plant germination. From the literature review conducted, it can be concluded that germination is a crucial initial stage in the life cycle of seed-bearing plants.