Green Soil (Trichoderma harzianum G8) use in Potato crop


Green Soil (Trichoderma harzianum) is a fungus that has gained significant popularity in recent years as a biocontrol agent in agriculture, particularly for its beneficial effects on potato crops. Here's a breakdown of its potential uses:

Disease Control:

  • Fungal diseases: Trichoderma harzianum acts as a natural antagonist against various fungal pathogens that threaten potatoes, including:
    • Late blight: This devastating disease can be effectively controlled by applying T. harzianum as a seed treatment, soil drench, or foliar spray. Studies have shown significant yield increases compared to untreated crops.
    • Early blight: T. harzianum offers similar protection against early blight, reducing both disease severity and the need for chemical fungicides.
    • Sclerotium rolfsii: This soilborne fungus causes stem rot in potatoes. T. harzianum can effectively suppress its growth and protect potato plants.
    • Common scab: This bacterial disease can be indirectly controlled by T. harzianum, which promotes beneficial bacteria in the rhizosphere that compete with the scab pathogen.

Plant Growth Promotion:

  • Root development: T. harzianum colonizes potato roots, stimulating the growth of beneficial root hairs and increasing nutrient uptake. This leads to a healthier root system and enhances overall plant development.
  • Stress tolerance: T. harzianum can help potato plants cope with abiotic stresses like drought, salinity, and temperature fluctuations. This translates to improved yield and quality even under challenging conditions.
  • Nutrient availability: T. harzianum produces enzymes that solubilize phosphorus and other minerals, making them more accessible to the potato plant. This can reduce the need for chemical fertilizers.

Application Methods:

  • Seed treatment: Coating potato seeds with T. harzianum spores before planting provides early protection against soilborne pathogens.
  • Soil drench: Applying a T. harzianum suspension directly to the soil colonizes the root zone and offers long-term disease control.


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