The Abiotic Stress Management in Agroecosystems Through AMF Technology

Managing abiotic stresses in agroecosystems is a critical challenge in modern agriculture. Climate change exacerbates these conditions, making it difficult to cultivate crops in productive areas. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) have emerged as a promising solution to this problem. The symbiotic relationship between AMF and plants can increase nutrient efficiency, reduce water use, and promote soil health. However, certain questions require further exploration, such as: (a) How does AMF enhance plant resilience against abiotic stresses? (b) How can we favorize the occurrence of AMF in soils and boost the colonization of plant roots in agroecosystems? This chapter explores the role of AMF in the management of abiotic stress in agroecosystems. This review examines the edaphoclimatic factors contributing to abiotic stress, and reviews how AMF can improve plant growth and stress tolerance. With a better understanding of these mechanisms, AMF can be applied to improve plant growth and stress tolerance in agroecosystems. It is also necessary to develop more efficient and cost-effective methods for AMF inoculation. AMF can help farmers overcome the challenges of modern agriculture and achieve sustainable crop production in the face of climate change. This chapter also outlines the current challenges and limitations of AMF technology, as well as future perspectives and directions for research.