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Plants are integral to the nitrogen cycle Plants are integral to the nitrogen cycle, which is vital for the synthesis of proteins and nucleic acids necessary for all living organisms. Nitrogen is one of the most abundant elements in the atmosphere, but in its gaseous form, N2, it is inert and inaccessible to most life …
The Importance of Biodiversity in Soil Quality Biodiversity in soil ecosystems is a key factor in maintaining soil quality, which is essential for robust agricultural systems and overall ecosystem vitality. The soil biome is incredibly diverse, hosting a vast array of life forms ranging from microscopic bacteria to larger soil fauna such as earthworms and …
Soil plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change Soil plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change. Here’s how: 1. Carbon Storage: The world’s soils capture more carbon than biomass (vegetation) and the atmosphere combined. Soil stores more of the world’s carbon than biomass and the atmosphere combined, making it …
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How Bioremediation Works Bioremediation is a branch of biotechnology that employs the use of living organisms, like microbes and bacteria, in the removal of contaminants, pollutants, and toxins from soil, water, and other environments. It is used to clean up contaminated groundwater or environmental problems, such as oil spills. How Bioremediation Works Bioremediation relies on …
Biofertilizer Application Methods Biofertilizer application methods are the topic of this post. Biofertilizers play a crucial role in sustainable agriculture by enhancing soil fertility and promoting plant growth. These nutrient supplements contain various beneficial microbes that help improve soil health and provide essential nutrients to plants. Let’s explore the different methods of applying biofertilizers: Seed …
How to Boost Your Farming Profits with Biological Inoculants If you are a farmer looking for ways to improve your crop yields, reduce your input costs and enhance your soil health, you might want to consider using biological inoculants. Biological inoculants are products that contain beneficial microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi or algae, that can …
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How Bacteria and Trichoderma Can Help Decompose Cellulose in Agricultural Waste Cellulose is the most abundant organic compound on Earth, and it is mainly found in plant biomass. Cellulose is composed of long chains of glucose molecules linked by beta-1,4 bonds, which make it very resistant to degradation. Cellulose is different from lignin, which is …
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Use Bacterial Products to Maintain Your Septic Tank How to Use Bacterial Products to Maintain Your Septic Tank and Avoid Common Problems A septic system is a natural way of treating wastewater from your household, using bacteria and enzymes to break down solid waste, fats, detergents, grease, and oil. The treated water then drains into …
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Increase Root Mass and Yield of Your Crops How Biofertilizers Can Increase Root Mass and Yield of Your Crops. Biofertilizers are living microbes that enhance plant nutrition by either by mobilizing or increasing nutrient availability in soils. Various microbial taxa including beneficial bacteria and fungi are currently used as biofertilizers, as they successfully colonize the …
Paenibacillus polymyxa for Plants Hello, fellow gardeners and farmers! Today I want to share with you some amazing news about a soil inoculant that can boost your crop yields and improve your soil health. It’s called Paenibacillus polymyxa, and it’s a wonder bacterium that has many benefits for your plants and the environment. Paenibacillus polymyxa, …