The Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR), Kozhikode has developed and validated three more new microbial formulations based on granular lime and gypsum to help farmers improve agricultural productivity.
The formulations, Bactolime, Bactogypsum and Trichogypsum, developed using IISR’s own patent applied-technology, have the ability to address soil pH issues and deliver beneficial microorganisms concurrently through a single formulation.
According to scientists who worked on the project, Bactolime, the first product, integrates beneficial bacteria or plant growth promoting Rhizobacteria with liming material into a single formulation. The beneficial bacteria, being a potential tool for sustainable agriculture, not only ensure the availability of essential nutrients to plants but also help in enhancing nutrient use efficiency, they said.
