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Application of Microorganisms to Seeds

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Formulation of Microbial Biopesticides

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Application of beneficial microorganisms to seed for use in agriculture, forestry and horticulture has been under intensive investigation for many years (118). Microorganisms can be applied to perform specific functions, notably nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilization, plant-growth promotion, biological control of plant pathogens and, more recently, biological control of pests (recent reviews include Paau, 1988;49;63;122;63;147;22; 110). Applying microorganisms to seed is an attractive proposition because of the combination of specific effect and limited environmental 256 Application of microorganisms to seeds impact (see also section5.3.1). In the familiar adage, seed treatment has the potential to deliver agents “in the right amount, at the right place, and at the right time”. With increasing public awareness of the potential environmental and health hazards of both agrochemicals and fertilizers, and the advances in biotechnology to improve the performance of microbial products, application of microorganisms to seeds is likely to increase in the future.

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McQuilken, M.P., Halmer, P., Rhodes, D.J. (1998). Application of Microorganisms to Seeds. In: Burges, H.D. (eds) Formulation of Microbial Biopesticides. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-4926-6_8

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