For centuries, microorganisms have served mankind in many ways. Relatively recent
developments include the use of bacterial inoculants for bioremediation and agricultural …

The biocontrol of plant diseases by microorganisms is a promising alternative to the
chemical pesticides. Serratia marcescens strain B2 effectively controls fungal diseases of …

Plant nutrients are important for efficient crop productivity and generation of healthy food. For
achieving such goals, maintenance of soil quality is one of the key factors. Maintenance of …

The application of genetically modified microorganisms (GEMMOs) in agriculture has great
possibilities. However, the lack of knowledge on the occurrence of unwanted effects on the …

The exploitive and improper agricultural practices lead to degradative processes such as
nutrient depletion, loss in soil fertility, and soil organic matter. These processes contribute to …

Transgenic plants that show herbicide tolerance, resistance to viral, bacterial and fungal
diseases, insect resistance, improved product quality and superior agronomic properties are …

Population increase coupled with degradation of agricultural lands aggravates crop
protection and production challenges around the globe. The increased farm fragmentations …

The intensification of agricultural sectors tend to have overuse and misuse of agrochemicals
such as inorganic fertilizers (for increasing farm productivity) and biocides (for controlling of …

Certain bacteria isolated from soils possess properties that allow them to exert beneficial
effects on plants either by enhancing crop nutrition or by reducing damages caused by …

The use and release of genetically engineered microorganisms (GEMs) into the
environment, usually the agricultural environment, is increasing exponentially. Potential …