Rhizobium leguminosarum
Rhizobium leguminosarum is a species of nitrogen-fixing bacteria that forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, particularly peas, beans, and clover. These bacteria colonize the plant's root system and create nodules, where they convert atmospheric nitrogen (N₂) into ammonia (NH₃) through the enzyme nitrogenase. This process provides the plant with essential nitrogen, facilitating its growth while simultaneously improving soil fertility. Rhizobium leguminosarum plays a key role in sustainable agriculture by reducing the need for synthetic nitrogen fertilizers and enhancing crop yields naturally.
Strength
1 x 10⁸ CFU per gram / 1 x 10⁹ CFU per gram
Benefits
Dosage & Application
Seed Coating/Seed Treatment: 1 kg of seeds will be coated with a slurry mixture of 10 g of Rhizobium Leguminosarum and 10 g of crude sugar in sufficient water. The coated seeds will then be dried in shade and sown or broadcast in the field.
Seedling Treatment: Dip the seedlings into the mixture of 100 grams Rhizobium Leguminosarum and a sufficient amount of water.
Soil Treatment: Mix 3-5 kg per acre of Rhizobium Leguminosarum with organic manure/organic fertilizers. Incorporate the mixture and spread it into the field at the time of planting/sowing.
Irrigation: Mix 3 kg per acre of Rhizobium Leguminosarum in a sufficient amount of water and run it into the drip lines.
