Soil Microbiome Engineering with Trichoderma harzianum Boosts Tomato Yield 23%
Andersen F, Okafor N, Li W
Summary
9.1/10A beneficial fungus + biochar combo boosted tomato yields 23% and reshaped soil microbiomes for over a year.
Key Findings
23% yield increase over 2 seasons
Microbiome restructuring lasts 14 months
T. harzianum + biochar synergy
Original Abstract
Inoculation of field soils with T. harzianum strain T-22 combined with biochar amendment increased tomato yield by 23% over two growing seasons. 16S rRNA analysis showed persistent microbiome restructuring favoring plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, lasting 14 months post-application.
Species Mentioned
The tomato is a plant whose fruit is an edible berry that is eaten as a vegetable. The tomato is a member of the nightshade family that includes tobacco, potato, and chili peppers. It originated from western South America, and may have been domesticated there, in Mexico, or in Central America. Th...
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