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Short Communication
Bacillus subtilis impacts nutrient availability to enhance agricultural and environmental sustainability
Abdul Basit1, Muhammad Amjad Bashir2, Faiz Ul Hassan3, Kashif Ali Khan4, Mishal Kainat4 and Muhammad Asad Ullah5  
sheikhu.ab@gmail.com
1Department of Agronomy, Engro Fertilizers Limited, Pakistan
2Sichuan Provincial Key Laboratory of Philosophy and Social Sciences for Monitoring and Evaluation of Rural Land Utilization, Chengdu Normal University, China
3Institute for Environment and Development, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
4Department of Soil Science, University of Layyah, Pakistan
5Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Punjab, Pakistan
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ABSTRACT

Fertilizer wastage is the major reason for decreasing productivity, soil health, and increasing environmental pollution. Proper nutrient management practices like controlled-release fertilizers and precise timing and placement, are essential for sustainable agriculture. Bioactive Bacillus subtilis coated fertilizers (BSF) play an important role in plant nutrient availability and less nutrient loss due to controlled nutrient release. This study aimed to explore the potential of Bacillus subtilis in nutrient management for agricultural and environmental sustainability. Bacillus subtilis can produce protective endospores, and its role in bioremediation contributes to its effectiveness. It enhances plant growth, controls pathogens, and promotes sustainable practices. It aids in bioremediation by degrading organic pollutants. Future research aims to optimize these formulations for specific crops and environmental conditions. BSF can further reduce the environmental impact ensure sustainable nutrient delivery and understand beneficial impacts on soil health and sustainable agriculture.

Article History

Received 27 March 2024; Revised 22 April 2024; Accepted 01 May 2024



KEYWORDS

    1. Bioactive fertilizer
    2. Bacillus subtilis
    3. Soil and plant health
    4. Sustainable agriculture


Author Info

Abdul Basit1, Muhammad Amjad Bashir2, Faiz Ul Hassan3, Kashif Ali Khan4, Mishal Kainat4 and Muhammad Asad Ullah5

1Department of Agronomy, Engro Fertilizers Limited, Pakistan
2Sichuan Provincial Key Laboratory of Philosophy and Social Sciences for Monitoring and Evaluation of Rural Land Utilization, Chengdu Normal University, China
3Institute for Environment and Development, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
4Department of Soil Science, University of Layyah, Pakistan
5Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Punjab, Pakistan
sheikhu.ab@gmail.com

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