Regenerative Agriculture and the Microbiome Revolution: Engineering Soil for Climate Resilience

Samenvatting

Soil health is the foundation of agricultural productivity, ecological stability, and climate resilience. However, decades of intensive chemical farming and monoculture systems have severely degraded global soils, leading to reduced fertility, carbon loss, and biodiversity decline. The emerging field of regenerative agriculture, supported by advances in soil microbiome science, offers a transformative solution to restore ecosystem functions while maintaining food security. This review examines the intersection of soil microbiology, sustainable land management, and climate adaptation through the lens of regenerative agriculture. It explores the roles of rhizosphere microorganisms in nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and plant resilience, emphasizing the potential of microbial engineering and biostimulants in restoring soil health. The review further discusses polic_2y and socio-economic frameworks necessary for scaling regenerative practices globally. By integrating traditional ecological knowledge with cutting-edge microbiome research, regenerative agriculture can serve as a pathway toward a resilient and climate-smart future.