Characterisation of plant growth

conclusion

It may be concluded that Rhizobium sp. RT1, Pseudomonas sp. RT2 and Bacillus

sp. RT11 has synergism among them and possess plant growth promoting and

antagonistic properties. Hence these strains may be recommended to be used as co-

inoculants for plan growth promotion and biocontrol of soil-born phytopathogen

Fusarium oxysporum only after field trails.

acknowledgements

One of us (Swarnita Dixit) is thankful to the Chief Executive Officer, Biotech

Park, Lucknow (India) for providing laboratory facilities.

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