The degradation of natural and urban areas due to human activities has intensified in recent decades, leading to significant biodiversity loss and decline in ecosystem service. In this context, the revegetation with native Mediterranean sclerophyllous shrubs represents a promising strategy for the recovery of overexploited environments. This study evaluated the suitability of two organic substrates—compost (C) and a compost-po...

Background and aims Reducing land degradation and safeguarding agricultural productions ensures the provision of ecosystem services and economic welfare, as highlighted by the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Among the promising solutions to tackle these issues, the study investigates the use of Technosol-isolated PGPB, as a novel approach for enhancing plant growth and the capability to cope with soil salinization. Methods...