AUTHOR=Zhong Xianfeng , Jin Yuying , Ren Hong , Hong Tingting , Zheng Jianwei , Fan Wenjing , Hong Jiazhi , Chen Ziqi , Wang Ali , Lu Huaiyu , Zhong Kaijie , Huang Guidong 

TITLE=Research progress of Bacillus velezensis in plant disease resistance and growth promotion

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Industrial Microbiology

VOLUME=2

YEAR=2024

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/industrial-microbiology/articles/10.3389/finmi.2024.1442980

DOI=10.3389/finmi.2024.1442980

ISSN=2813-7809

ABSTRACT=<p><italic>Bacillus velezensis</italic> has a wide range of beneficial activities, such as fighting plant diseases, promoting growth, improving crops’ ability to handle stress, and boosting plant defenses. These traits make it a strong candidate for agricultural use, especially as a biocontrol agent and growth-promoting bacteria. This review takes a close look at the origins, working mechanisms, and potential agricultural benefits of <italic>B. velezensis</italic>. Both lab and field studies have shown its success in reducing plant diseases and supporting crop growth by producing helpful compounds, taking up space in the environment, and strengthening plant defenses. Although <italic>B. velezensis</italic> is already used in some fertilizers and biopesticides, there are still challenges in scaling up production, selecting the right strains, and ensuring product stability. This review points out current research gaps and suggests future directions, such as improving strain selection, developing better biofertilizers, and advancing production techniques to make the most of <italic>B. velezensis</italic> in agriculture. These findings aim to guide further research and improve its use in sustainable farming.</p>