Physicochemical and microbial analysis of sugarcane press mud reveals ligninolytic and plant growth-promoting bacteria with soil amendment potential

Key Points

• Ligninolytic bacteria identified in sugarcane press mud support plant growth with beneficial soil properties.
• The microbial analysis found a diverse range of bacteria capable of enhancing soil quality through lignin degradation.
• Observation of these microbial communities indicates their potential utility in agricultural soil amendments.
• This work highlights the relevance of sugarcane press mud as a resource for improving soil health.