Hidden underground, fungi drive carbon storage, crop health and ecosystem stability

Research published in Nature Reviews Microbiology emphasizes the critical role of soil fungi in carbon storage, ecosystem stability, and agricultural productivity. Scientists argue that understanding these fungal networks is essential for managing climate change and sustainable farming.
Why it matters
Fungi are identified as 'invisible cornerstones' of ecosystems, providing vital services that support global food security and environmental health.
edited by Sadie Harley , reviewed by Robert Egan
Scientific reporting based on peer-reviewed research findings.
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