Soil Improvement:
Trichoderma harzianum adapts well to various soil types, controls soil-borne pathogens, and helps develop a stable, nutrient-rich, and moisture-preserving soil structure.
It alleviates issues like soil salinization, compaction, and acidification, reduces heavy metals and pollutants, and significantly improves soil health and fertility.
Biological Disease Control:
Trichoderma harzianum combats harmful fungal pathogens like Phytophthora, Rhizoctonia solani, Pythium, and Fusarium. By forming a natural protective bond with plant roots,
it secures crops from soil-borne diseases. It grows mycelia along the roots and establishes itself in the rhizosphere, creating a protective barrier against pathogens.
Root Growth Stimulation:
- Trichoderma harzianum promotes crop growth by:
- Fighting root rot fungi.
- Reducing physical stress on crops, aiding in better growth.
- Secreting organic acids and growth hormones to enhance root development.
- Studies show that Trichoderma harzianum is one of the most effective microbes for colonizing roots.
Enhanced Plant Resistance:
Trichoderma harzianum activates plant defense mechanisms, boosting resistance to abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, and high temperatures.