In vitro biofilm formation only partially predicts beneficial Pseudomonas fluorescens protection against rhizosphere pathogens
Yang Liu, Alexandra D. Gates, Zhexian Liu, Quinn Duque, Sierra S Schmidt, Melissa Y. Chen, Corri D. Hamilton, George A. O’Toole, Cara H. Haney
This study shows that in vitro biofilm formation by Pseudomonas fluorescens does not fully predict its ability to protect plants against pathogens in the rhizosphere.
The ISME Journal · Jun 1, 2025Peer-reviewedMicrobiology