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ReviewWorld journal of microbiology & biotechnology2026

PGPR inoculation and growth enhancement of crops cultivated in hydroponic systems.

Brenda Barchilei, Becky N Aloo, Salinah Rono, Javan Omondi Were

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Review in World journal of microbiology & biotechnology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Brenda BarchileiDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret, Kenya. barchileic@gmail.com.
Becky N AlooDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret, Kenya.
Salinah RonoDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret, Kenya.
Javan Omondi WereDepartment of Seed, Crop, and Horticultural Sciences, University of Eldoret, P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret, Kenya.

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Abstract

Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) are ubiquitous rhizosphere microorganisms that promote plant health through various mechanisms. Although the study of PGPR inoculants in soil has been done for ages, their application in hydroponic systems has received relatively limited attention. This review identifies PGPR inoculants that are commonly used in hydroponics, methods of application, and their effects on plant growth and nutrient use efficiency. Literature shows that PGPR inoculants improve plant performance in controlled hydroponic systems through the production of growth-stimulating substances, nitrogen fixation, and improved nutrient acquisition. However, the plant growth responses are highly variable depending on the composition of nutrient solutions, environmental factors, crop and microbe species, and the type of hydroponic system. The review identifies various challenges of PGPR inoculation in hydroponic systems and future research directions to address the current gaps. Generally, the productivity of hydroponic systems can be enhanced through advanced inoculation strategies and the development of suitable carrier materials to improve inoculant survival, viability, and functions. Emphasis should also be placed on designing system-specific microbial consortia and Synthetic communities that are tailored to the unique ecological conditions of hydroponic systems.

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Agricultural InoculantsCrops, AgriculturalHydroponicsBacteriaNitrogen FixationPlant DevelopmentPlant RootsRhizosphereSoil MicrobiologyHydroponicsMicrobial inoculationPlant growth promotionRhizobacteria

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