VAM – 1 Kg – Bannari Amman

What is the role of VAM in crop improvement?

In addition to direct and indirect effects on nutrient and water uptake, VAM fungi can also increase plant resistance to root pathogens. In exchange for the nutrients taken up, the fungus receives carbohydrates from the host plant to sustain its growth.

 

How do you use VAM Biofertilizer?

VAM will be active only near the roots of the plants. It can be used by applying on the roots, through nursery grow bags or by mixing in compost. It can be spread throughout the farming area by mixing it when the seeds are put in the granary, or through the roots while re-planting from the grow bags.

What is VAM in Biofertilizer?

Vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhiza (VAM) is formed by the symbiotic association between certain phycomycetous fungi and angiosperm roots. The fungus colonizes the root cortex forming a mycelial network and characteristic vesicles (bladder-like structures) and arbuscules (branched finger-like hyphae).

 

Is Vam a fertilizer?

VAM is considered a bio-fertilizer as it has the capability of fixating phosphates present in the soil.

 

How do you use VAM powder?

 

Mix 5 kg. VAM with vermi compost (500 kg.) or any Organic Manure & apply uniformly to all plants near the roots. Irrigate the feild to.
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Nursery Application:

1. 1 Kg. VAM is sufficient for one square metre bed.
2. Polythene bag nurseries- Mix 10 kg. of VAM with 1000 kg. …
3. Inoculation in the existing trees : 200 gm.

 

Which plants benefit from mycorrhizal fungi?

A Majority of Plant Species will Benefit from Mycorrhizal Fungi

1.Urban vegetable crops in soil or trays: onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, cucurbits, asparagus, herbs, and lettuce.

2. Annuals in planters or flower beds: salvia, ornamental grasses, canna, ferns, aloe, gerbera.