Research into the phylogenetic structure of phytomicrobiome for use in plant breeding

This article reviews recent advances in understanding the mechanisms underlying the formation of phylogenetic structure in phytomicrobiomes and examines plant breeding strategies aimed at optimizing these mechanisms to obtain novel phenotypes with valuable agronomic traits. In the development of highly productive and adaptive varieties of fruit and berry crops, the functional potential of associated microorganisms comprising the phytomicrobiome (endosphere, phyllosphere, and rhizosphere) should be considered. These microbial communities play an essential role in realizing the genetic potential of plants and may facilitate the breeding of new varieties with improved economically important traits. The article underscores the importance of developing environmentally safe breeding strategies and methods based on advances in synthetic biology and phytomicrobiome engineering that optimize the symbiosis between plants and microorganisms. This can accelerate the breeding process and increase the number and quality of donors and sources with economically valuable traits.