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Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci.2025.14(1): 60-71
DOI: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2025.1401.006


Exploitation of Trichoderma spp. for Soil and Crop Health in Sustainable Agriculture
1Department of Microbiology, SRR and CVR Govt. Degree College (A), Vijayawada-520004, NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, India
2Department Microbiology, Govt. Women’s College (A), Guntur-522001, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India
3Department of Chemistry, SRR and CVR Govt. Degree College (A), Vijayawada-520004, NTR District, Andhra Pradesh, India
4Department of Plant Pathology, Acharya N G, Ranga Agricultural University, Agricultural College, Rajamahendravaram-533105, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, India
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Abstract:

Trichoderma, a genus of soil fungi, holds considerable economic importance due to its wide distribution across various climates and its ability to thrive in soils subjected to stressors like salinity, alkalinity, nutrient deficiencies, and drought. This review provides an in-depth analysis of the potential applications and role of Trichoderma in enhancing sustainable agriculture. It begins by exploring how Trichoderma species foster plant growth and development, particularly under biotic and abiotic stress conditions, while offering protection against plant pathogens. The article also examines the agricultural uses of Trichoderma, including its role as a biocontrol agent and biofertilizer, which contribute to more sustainable farming practices. However, agricultural chemicals, such as fungicides, can negatively impact Trichoderma species. Despite these challenges, the review emphasizes the significant benefits of integrating Trichoderma into farming, including improvements in soil quality, enhanced agricultural productivity, and reduced reliance on chemical pesticides. Moreover, Trichoderma’s ability to interact with plants through root colonization and act as a plant growth enhancer for a wide range of crops further underscores its potential. The safety, affordability, efficacy, and eco-friendly nature of Trichoderma spp. make them a promising option for advancing sustainable agriculture.


Keywords: Trichoderma spp., Biological Control, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture


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Kopuri Aruna, Kodali Sucharita, Pulapaka Suresh, Sayala Priyadarshini, Dasu Rama Sri Vineela and Kotamraju Vijay Krishna Kumar. 2025. Exploitation of Trichoderma spp. for Soil and Crop Health in Sustainable Agriculture.Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci. 14(1): 60-71. doi: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2025.1401.006
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