Coevolution of plant-microbe interactions, friend-foe continuum, and microbiome engineering for a sustainable future

Key Points

• Microbiome engineering enhances plant health and productivity through targeted interventions, integrating beneficial microbes.
• The coevolution of plants and microbes creates a friend-foe continuum, with some microbes aiding while others are detrimental.
• Analysis indicates this model can inform sustainable agricultural practices through improved plant-microbe interactions.
• Understanding these dynamics may enable future microbiome strategies, promoting ecological balance in agriculture.