Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) - Potential Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture
Summary :Peer-reviewed research article on PGPR as viable alternatives to chemical fertilizers/pesticides. Covers PGPR mechanisms (phytohormone production: IAA, gibberellins, ethylene; phosphate solubilization; nitrogen fixation; siderophore production), biocontrol agents against phytopathogens, applications in various crop systems (maize, wheat, rice, legumes, banana), and evidence of yield improvement compared to uninoculated soils using sustainable agriculture approaches.