Global food systems are under increasing stress due to climate change, unsustainable agricultural practices, and social factors such as political instability and population growth. These stresses lead to an unstable environment, extreme heat, high soil salinity, and desertification, threatening food security worldwide.

Our inspiration comes from the urgent need to address challenges with sustainable solutions that preserve and protect our planet. Our team was fascinated by the complex symbiosis between plants and various microorganisms, so we wondered if we could use this interaction to address some of the challenges facing agriculture.