Synergistic role of microbiologically synthesized nanoparticles and PGPR in sustainable agriculture: a critical review.
Choudhary P, Sharma N, Pandey VK, Garg A, James J
Soil Health
It points toward farming methods that could grow more food with fewer chemical inputs, meaning cleaner soil and water for the communities and ecosystems around the farms where your food is produced.
Some bacteria that live in soil naturally help plants grow stronger and fight off disease. Scientists have also figured out how to use microbes to create incredibly tiny metal particles that can further boost plant health. This review looks at how using both together could help farmers grow more food without relying as heavily on chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
Key Findings
Microbiologically synthesized metal nanoparticles (including silver, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide) can enhance plant growth and stress resistance when used in agriculture.
Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) are increasingly recognized as effective biological agents for improving crop productivity and soil health without synthetic inputs.
The combination of PGPR and biogenic nanoparticles shows synergistic potential, meaning their combined effect is greater than either used alone, supporting more sustainable agricultural outcomes.
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This review examines how combining soil bacteria that help plants grow with tiny metal particles made by microbes can boost crop health, yields, and resilience — offering a more sustainable alternative to synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
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In recent years, agriculture has undergone transformative innovations to enhance crop productivity, resilience, and nutritional value. With increasing concerns over food security, environmental deg...
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