Beneficial Microbes: The Unsung Heroes of Agriculture

Microbial agents are microorganism transforming agriculture by offering sustainable and eco-friendly solutions for plant health and growth.

1. Trichoderma

They are fast growing fungi, which colonizes plant roots, forming a protective barrier against pathogens and enhancing nutrient uptake.

2. Pseudomonas fluorescens

They are known for its ability to suppress plant diseases and promote plant growth by producing antibiotics and siderophores.

3. Mycorrhizal fungi

These fungi form symbiotic relationships with plant roots, improving nutrient uptake and enhancing plant resilience to stress.

4. Streptomyces

These bacteria produces antibiotics that inhibit the growth of plant pathogens, also promote plant growth by producing plant hormones.

5. Bacillus subtilis

It produce antibiotics that inhibit the growth of plant pathogens and induce resistance in plants, making them resilient to diseases.

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