- These bacteria are helpful in providing phosphorus as well as micronutrients like Mn, Mg, Fe, Mo, B, Zn and Cu.
- Helps to grow roots rapidly, so that plants get water and nutrients easily.
- PSB produces certain organic acids such as malic, succinic, fumaric, citric, tartaric acid and acetic acid. These acids increase the availability of phosphorus.
- Enhances immunity against diseases and drought.
- Its use reduces the need for phosphatic fertilizer by 25 – 30%.
Importance of Phosphorus solubilizing bacteria in watermelon crop
