Availability of nutrients is important for plant health and productivity. This session discusses soil fertility and nutrient uptake processes. We will learn about macronutrients nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Specialists will discuss micronutrient needs for plant growth. The session focuses on root specializations for acquiring nutrients. We will learn about plant-soil-microbe interactions in nutrient cycles. Case studies will demonstrate innovation in fertilizer use efficiency. The session covers nutrient stress and deficiency symptoms. We shall discuss precision agriculture for nutrient management. Researchers shall present progress in rhizosphere biology. The use of biofertilizers in sustainable agriculture shall be addressed. We shall highlight soil health as a basis of agriculture. Food security and environmental conservation applications shall be emphasized. Participants shall learn practical approaches to nutrient optimization.