Introduction

The book encompasses different Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (AIMs), mechanisms of action, and modes of application for sustainable agriculture. The potential of microbes in nitrogen fixation, solubilizing nutrients like phosphorous, potassium, tolerance to etc. are the major strengths of the book.

Emerging Frontiers

There is a relatively new frontier, the use of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) in enhancing crop productivity. These microbes inhabit the rhizospheric region of the root and facilitate plant growth through a variety of direct and indirect mechanisms.

Microbial Functions

These PGPR have been identified to solubilize phosphate, potassium, zinc, produce siderophore, IAA, hydrogen cyanide, fix ammonia, and many more. Today, such microbes are extensively studied not only as biofertilizers or nutrient fortifiers for plants but also as potential agents to decrease the application of chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals.

Additional Insights

The book also provides insights into this aspect. Last but not least, a light has been shed on the use and application of nano-biofertilizer for sustainable agriculture.

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