Guntur V. Subbarao

Aug 17, 2023 | nature.com | César D. Petroli |Guntur V. Subbarao |Juan Burgueno |Tadashi Yoshihashi |Huihui Li |Jorge Duran | +1 more

AbstractBiological nitrification inhibition (BNI) is a plant function where root systems release antibiotic compounds (BNIs) specifically aimed at suppressing nitrifiers to limit soil-nitrate formation in the root zone. Little is known about BNI-activity in maize (Zea mays L.), the most important food, feed, and energy crop. Two categories of BNIs are released from maize roots; hydrophobic and hydrophilic BNIs, that determine BNI-capacity in root systems.