Mycorrhizal products offered as bio-fertilizers and plant strengtheners by many companies are rather expensive and often lack quality control.
Applying mycorrhizal fungi is a simple technique for improving the growth as well as tolerance against biotic and abiotic stresses of a wide range of crop plants. In addition, they can help improve the soil structure and prevent nutrient leaching.
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Further information
Contact
Sarah Symanczik, FiBL Switzerland
Links
- zenodo.org: Practice abstract "Mycorrhizal fungi – How to produce your own bio-fertilizer"