Understanding how land-use management affects soil microbiomes
摘要
Soil is a crucial biological ecosystem, serving as a habitat for billions of microorganisms and supporting rich biodiversity (Bach et al., 2020). The soil microbiome, a complex network of microorganisms inhabiting the soil, plays a pivotal role in sustaining the health and functionality of terrestrial ecosystems. This microbiome encompasses bacteria, fungi, archaea, protozoa, and viruses, collectively contributing to crucial ecosystem services. They participate in nutrient cycling, decomposition of organic matter, soil formation, and even the regulation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Mendes et al., 2017). The diversity and functions of these microbial communities are intricately linked to soil health and fertility. Land-use change, such as deforestation, urbanization, agricultural intensification, and other human activities, significantly impacts the soil microbiome, leading to alterations in its composition and functionality (Averill et al., 2022).