SynCom-Induced Enhancement of Nutrient Uptake and Microbial Diversity in Citrus Under Antibiotic and Low pH Stress Conditions

Citrus plants often struggle in soils affected by harsh conditions like antibiotics or low pH (acidic environments), which can harm plant health and soil microbes. In this study, we introduced a carefully selected mix of beneficial bacteria called a Synthetic Community, or SynCom to support plant growth. The results showed that this microbial consortium made of Pseudomonas spp. helped citrus plants absorb more essential nutrients like potassium and manganese and boosted the variety of helpful microbes in the soil. Over time, these changes helped make the plants more resilient to stress. This research shows that using beneficial microbes could be a natural and sustainable way to help crops grow better, even in challenging environments.