16S rRNA amplicon sequencing of banana ground cover soil microbial communities
This study investigates the composition and diversity of soil microbial communities associated with banana (Musa spp.) ground cover systems using 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing. Soil samples were collected from banana plantations under different ground cover management treatments (cover density) to assess their effects on microbial community structure and diversity. The study aims to identify microbial taxa associated with soil health and potential suppression of soil-borne pathogens, including Fusarium oxysporum. The resulting sequence data provide insights into plant-microbe interactions and support the development of sustainable agricultural practices for banana production.