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Endophytic Rhizobacteria for Mineral Nutrients Acquisition in Plants: Possible Functions and Ecological Advantages
(Springer Nature Switzerland AG., 2021-03-05)
Nutrient-deficiency in agricultural soils is a major problem in many parts of the world, it is, therefore, artificial fertilizers are widely used to boost crop production. Unfortunately, these fertilizers are associated ...
Status of biofertilizer research, commercialization, and practical applications: A global perspective
(Elsevier Inc., 2021)
Most contemporary agricultural practices involve the use of synthetic fertilizers which have been linked to numerous deleterious consequences such as eutrophication of water bodies and emission of greenhouse gases. ...
Effects of agrochemicals on the beneficial plant rhizobacteria in agricultural systems
(Springer Nature, 2021-09-18)
Conventional agriculture relies heavily on chemical pesticides and fertilizers to control plant pests and diseases and improve production. Nevertheless, the intensive and prolonged use of agrochemicals may have undesirable ...
Advancement and practical applications of rhizobacterial biofertilizers for sustainable crop production in sub-Saharan Africa
(BioMed Central, 2021-12-13)
Agricultural intensification continues in Africa in attempts to meet the rising food demands of the equally rising
population. However, most arable lands in the region are characterized by nutrient deficiency and over-reliance ...
Sustainable Food Production Systems for Climate Change Mitigation: Indigenous Rhizobacteria for Potato Bio-fertilization in Tanzania
(Springer Nature, 2021-03-26)
The global rise in human population has led to the intensification of agricultural
activities to meet the ever-rising food demand. The potato (Solanum tuberosum L.)
is a crop with the potential to tackle food security ...