This review highlights how phytase-producing plants and microbes enhance phosphorus acquisition from soil phytate, indicating potential agricultural improvements.
Key Points
Plant and microbial phytases are crucial for the efficient utilization of soil phytate as a phosphorus source.
Strategies like expressing phytase genes in roots and modifying soil microbe compositions can enhance phytate availability.
The interaction of phytate with soil minerals and organic matter limits its solubility and availability to plants.
Future innovations involve developing high-activity phytases and engineering microbial teams for better phosphorus mobilization.