Plant phosphate signaling, the key to understanding how plants manage an essential nutrient, unfolds as an evolutionary story spanning eons. This journey from ancient adaptations in early terrestrial plants to modern molecular signaling pathways is not only a fascinating exploration of plant life's history but also a critical component of sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship. As we trace the evolution of plant phosphate signaling, we uncover insights that hold the promise of higher nutrient utilization efficiency and more efficient nutrient management, benefiting both agriculture and ecosystems.

References: Jia et al., 2023; Helliwell, 2022; Jia et al., 2021; Wang et al., 2021