Author : Dinesh K. Maheshwari
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642372414
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (423 download)
Book Synopsis Bacteria in Agrobiology: Crop Productivity by : Dinesh K. Maheshwari
Download or read book Bacteria in Agrobiology: Crop Productivity written by Dinesh K. Maheshwari and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-28 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The future of agriculture greatly depends on our ability to enhance productivity without sacrificing long-term production potential. The application of microorganisms, such as the diverse bacterial species of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), represents an ecologically and economically sustainable strategy. The use of these bio-resources for the enhancement of crop productivity is gaining importance worldwide. Bacteria in Agrobiology: Crop Productivity focus on the role of beneficial bacteria in crop growth, increased nutrient uptake and mobilization, and defense against phytopathogens. Diverse group of agricultural crops and medicinal plants are described as well as PGPR-mediated bioremediation leading to food security.