FUNGOS MICORRÍZICOS NA CULTURA DA SOJA: REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA

Abstract

The application of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) in soybean cultivation has been the focus of several recent investigations, particularly in the search for biological alternatives that enhance nutrient uptake efficiency and promote sustainable agronomic performance. This systematic review aimed to synthesize scientific evidence on the effects of mycorrhizal inoculation on physiological, nutritional, and productive parameters of soybean. A literature search was conducted in indexed databases between 2019 and 2024 using the descriptors “soybean,” “arbuscular mycorrhiza,” and “inoculation,” considering inclusion criteria related to experimental methodology, publication date, and thematic relevance. In total, 10 original articles were selected, excluding duplicates and studies outside the research scope. Data were organized into a synthesis table and discussed according to thematic categories: nutritional and physiological seed response, productive performance, and agronomic implications. The analysis indicated that AMF inoculation enhances phosphorus uptake, improves seed physiological quality, and significantly increases crop yield, especially when combined with complementary management strategies. However, variations among studies reveal the influence of factors such as soil type, microbiota composition, soybean cultivar, and inoculant formulation. The review also highlights gaps related to methodological standardization and suggests further studies focusing on microbiological characterization, regional protocols, and applications in ecologically based cropping systems.