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Practical Applicability

Farmers nowadays do not prefer to use organic fertilisers due to them


not having sufficient plant nutrients and not giving high yields as
compared to chemical fertilisers. However, chemical fertilisers degrade
the soil, pollute the water table and kill friendly microbes.
Hence biofertilizers combine the advantages of chemical fertilisers with
organic fertilisers and offer numerous benefits to the agricultural
industry. Here’s a detailed look at their practical applicability:

Nitrogen biofertilizers fix atmospheric nitrogen, making it available to


plants, which is crucial for their growth and development. Studies have
shown that crops inoculated with nitrogen-fixing bacteria can see yield
increases of 15-25%.
Calphos biofertilizers convert insoluble phosphorus in the soil into
forms that plants can absorb, addressing phosphorus deficiencies in
the soil. Use of phosphate-solubilizing biofertilizers has been shown to
increase crop yields by 10-20%.
Potassium biofertilizers release potassium bound in soil minerals,
making it available to plants.

Combining these biofertilizers can result in significant yield increases


across various crops.

Biofertilizers provide a more balanced and sustained release of


nutrients, ensuring that plants receive immediate and long-term
nutrition. They enhance crop yield by about 10 to 40% and increase
proteins, vital amino acids, vitamins, and nitrogen fixation. Beneficial
microorganisms in biofertilizers can stimulate plant growth by
improving root development and nutrient uptake.

Soil Health and Fertility


Organic matter in biofertilizers improves soil structure, water
retention, and aeration, which are essential for healthy plant growth.
Beneficial microbes in biofertilizers enhance soil biodiversity,
improving nutrient cycling and soil fertility over time which is crucial
for long-term agricultural productivity. The advantages of using
biofertilizers include low-cost nutrient sources, excellent
microchemical and micronutrient suppliers, organic matter suppliers,
growth hormone secretion, and the counteraction of chemical fertiliser
adverse effects. Microbes are important soil components and play a
crucial role in the different biotic activities of the soil ecosystem that
make the soil dynamic for the mobilisation of nutrients and sustainable
for the production of crops.

Environmental Benefits
These fertilisers reduce the reliance on synthetic chemicals, leading to
lower environmental pollution. The use of biofertilizers supports
sustainable agricultural practices, reducing the carbon footprint and
promoting eco-friendly farming. Biofertilizer use aims for sustainable
development in agriculture by maintaining the soil. This will mitigate
climate change and related impacts and will also lower many serious
diseases resulting from pollution such as cancer, liver and renal failure,
and immune diseases.

Economic Advantages for Farmers


The long-term benefits such as improved soil health and reduced need
for additional inputs can lower overall costs. Biofertilizers can lead to
more stable and resilient crop yields, providing economic security for
farmers.

Soha Sajid

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