Liquid Bio Fertilizers: Azotobacter and Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria
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What is the amount of nitrogen fixed by Azotobacter and Azospirillum per acre?

  • 15-20 kg
  • 40-45 kg
  • 30-35 kg
  • 20-25 kg (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using liquid bio fertilizers?

  • Reduces soil pH (correct)
  • Suppresses plant pathogens
  • Maintains soil fertility
  • Increases yield
  • What is the dosage of liquid bio fertilizers per acre?

  • 750 ml/acre
  • 500 ml/acre (correct)
  • 250 ml/acre
  • 1 Liter/acre
  • Which of the following bacteria is NOT a part of NPK Consortia?

    <p>Bacillus thuringiensis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the amount of phosphorus solubilized by phosphate solubilizing bacteria per acre?

    <p>20-25 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Liquid Bio Fertilizers

    Azotobacter & Azospirillum

    • Fixes 20-25 kg nitrogen per acre
    • Applicable in cereals, cash crops, and horticultural crops
    • Available in 500 ml and 1 liter bottles
    • Benefits: increases yield, suppresses plant pathogens, and maintains soil fertility
    • Methods of application: seed treatment, soil application, and drip irrigation (most effective)
    • Dosage: 500 ml per acre

    Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria

    • Solubilizes 20-25 kg phosphorus per acre by producing organic acids
    • Can be applied to all crops
    • Available in 500 ml and 1 liter bottles
    • Benefits: increases yield, suppresses plant pathogens, and maintains soil fertility
    • Methods of application: seed treatment, soil application, and drip irrigation
    • Dosage: 500 ml per acre

    NPK Consortia (Liquid)

    • Contains Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Acetobacter, Phospho Bacteria-Pseudomonas, and Potassium Solution-Baciles bacterial culture
    • Eco-friendly
    • Stabilizes nitrogen and phosphorus
    • Useful for all crops
    • Available in 500 ml and 1 liter bottles
    • Benefits: increases yield, suppresses plant pathogens, and maintains soil fertility
    • Methods of application: seed treatment, soil application, and drip irrigation
    • Dosage: 500 ml per acre

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    Learn about the benefits and applications of liquid bio fertilizers, including Azotobacter and Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria, which can increase crop yields and maintain soil fertility.

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