Mycorrhizal fungi play a vital role in agriculture by forming symbiotic relationships with plant roots, aiding in nutrient uptake, water absorption, and overall plant health. Several mycorrhizal species used in BioBlend Plus are beneficial in agricultural settings and trees/forests. Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) are the most common and widespread mycorrhizal fungi in agriculture. Arbuscular Mycorrhiza…
Contrasting Endomycorrhizal and Ectomycorrhizal Fungi in Agriculture
Contrasting Endomycorrhizal and Ectomycorrhizal Fungi Contrasting Endomycorrhizal and Ectomycorrhizal Fungi. Although both endomycorrhizal and ectomycorrhizal fungi form symbiotic associations with plants, they differ significantly in their ecological and physiological characteristics. Internal vs. External Colonization. Endomycorrhizal fungi colonize the root cells, forming arbuscules within the cortical tissue. In contrast, ectomycorrhizal fungi develop a sheath-like structure called…
Harnessing the Power of Fungi: Bioremediation of Mercury Contamination
Harnessing the Power of Fungi: Bioremediation of Mercury Contamination Heavy metal contamination poses a significant threat to environmental and human health worldwide. Among these metals, mercury stands out as one of the most hazardous due to its persistence and toxicity. However, nature provides us with an incredible ally in the fight against mercury pollution: fungi….