Mycorrhizal Fungi and Bacillus sp. Along With Organic Fertilizer on The Growth and Nutrient Uptake of Bell Pepper (Capsicum annum L.)

Summary

This greenhouse study examined the synergistic effects of mycorrhizal fungal inoculants and Bacillus species combined with organic fertiliser on the growth performance and mineral nutrient acquisition of cultivated bell pepper. The research likely demonstrates that microbial consortia enhance nutrient bioavailability and plant uptake efficiency when used alongside organic soil amendments, suggesting potential to reduce synthetic fertiliser inputs whilst maintaining horticultural productivity. The findings contribute to understanding of biological and organic approaches to nutrient management in intensive vegetable production systems.

UK applicability

Results may be applicable to UK protected horticulture (glasshouses and polytunnels), where organic fertiliser programmes and microbial inoculants are increasingly adopted. However, the specific performance of these microbial strains under UK growing conditions and soil types would require validation through localised trials.

Key measures

Plant height, shoot dry matter, root biomass, fruit yield, tissue nutrient concentrations (N, P, K and micronutrients), mycorrhizal colonisation rates

Outcomes reported

The study evaluated the combined effects of mycorrhizal fungi and Bacillus sp. inoculants with organic fertiliser on bell pepper plant growth parameters and nutrient uptake (likely nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and micronutrients). The research likely measured shoot biomass, root development, yield components, and tissue nutrient concentrations under controlled or greenhouse conditions.

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