Refereed review article in scientific journal (A2)
Ecosystem consequences of herbicides: the role of microbiome
List of Authors: Ruuskanen Suvi, Fuchs Benjamin, Nissinen Riitta, Puigbò Pedro, Rainio Miia, Saikkonen Kari, Helander Marjo
Publisher: ELSEVIER SCIENCE LONDON
Publication year: 2023
Journal: Trends in Ecology and Evolution
Journal name in source: TRENDS IN ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
Journal acronym: TRENDS ECOL EVOL
Volume number: 38
Issue number: 1
Start page: 35
End page: 43
Number of pages: 9
ISSN: 0169-5347
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.tree.2022.09.009
URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tree.2022.09.009
Self-archived copy’s web address: https://research.utu.fi/converis/portal/detail/Publication/178761070
Non-target organisms are globally exposed to herbicides. While many herbicides for example, glyphosate - were initially considered safe, increasing evidence demonstrates that they have profound effects on ecosystem functions via altered microbial communities. We provide a comprehensive framework on how herbicide residues may modulate ecosystem-level outcomes via alteration of microbiomes. The changes in soil microbiome are likely to influence key nutrient cycling and plant-soil processes. Herbicide-altered microbiome affects plant and animal performance and can influence trophic interactions such as herbivory and pollination. These changes are expected to lead to ecosystem and even evolutionary consequences for both microbes and hosts. Tackling the threats caused by agro-chemicals to ecosystem functions and services requires tools and solutions based on a comprehensive understanding of microbe-mediated risks.
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