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Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) play a pivotal role in enhancing plant growth and soil health through symbiotic associations with crops, particularly cereals and legumes. Although AMF are widespread, their colonization is highly sensitive to environmental and soil conditions, which can affect their persistence. To evaluate the impact of various agro-ecological conditions on AMF colonization in chickpea, a comprehensive survey was conducted across major chickpea-growing districts of Punjab, India, during the Winter seasons of 2019-20 and 2020-21. AMF colonization and spore density were assessed in rhizosphere soil samples. In Winter 2019-20, the highest colonization was observed in Ludhiana (71.4%), followed by Moga (65.3%) and Hoshiarpur (57.4%), while Barnala recorded the lowest (48.2%). In Winter 2020-21, Faridkot led with 74.5% colonization, followed by Patiala (72.0%) and Sangrur (69.5%), while Bathinda showed the lowest (38.4%). Spore population trends mirrored colonization patterns, with Glomus spp. predominating across all regions. Variations in AMF colonization and spore density reflect differences in soil and climatic conditions, highlighting the importance of local environmental factors in shaping AMF symbiosis with chickpea. These survey findings underscore the need for region-specific management strategies to enhance AMF activity and optimize chickpea production.
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