The role of biofertilizers in sustainable agriculture and soil improvement
Keywords:
Crop production, Soil health, Bio-fertilizersAbstract
The rapid growth of the global human population poses a significant threat to food security, as agricultural land is limited and, in some regions, steadily diminishing. Consequently, agricultural production must be substantially increased in the coming decades to meet the rising food demands. Moreover, the heavy reliance on chemical fertilizers to boost crop productivity can have detrimental effects on the environment, human health, and soil quality. In this context, the use of microbes as biofertilizers is gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers, owing to their immense potential in enhancing agricultural.
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