Biofertilizers based on their microbial content and benefits
Example: Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillum
Best For: Legumes (beans, peas), cereals, and vegetables.
Benefits: Converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form plants can absorb.
Example: Phosphobacteria, Mycorrhizae
Best For: Crops needing phosphorus (tomatoes, potatoes, wheat).
Benefits: Releases locked phosphorus in soil for better root growth.
Example: Frateuria, Bacillus mucilaginosus
Best For: Fruits, flowers, and high-potassium-demanding crops.
Benefits: Improves potassium availability for stronger plants.
Example: Cellulolytic fungi, Trichoderma
Best For: Composting and soil conditioning.
Benefits: Breaks down organic waste into nutrient-rich compost.
Example: Liquid consortia of beneficial microbes
Best For: Hydroponics, drip irrigation, and foliar spray.
Benefits: Fast absorption and easy-to-use format.