Biocontrol Agent: Trichoderma harzianum is utilized to suppress fungal pathogens causing diseases like Botrytis, Fusarium, and Penicillium species in crops.
Enzyme Production: Beyond its role in disease suppression, T. harzianum is employed in industrial applications for the production of enzymes used in various biotechnological processes.
Trichoderma harzianum is a beneficial fungus widely used in agricultural practices as a biocontrol agent against various plant pathogens. It functions through mechanisms such as mycoparasitism, where it attacks and parasitizes other fungi, and by inducing systemic resistance in plants, enhancing their defense mechanisms.
Foliar Application: Spraying T. harzianum formulations on plant leaves to protect against foliar pathogens.
Seed Treatment: Coating seeds with T. harzianum to prevent seed-borne diseases and promote healthy germination.
Soil Treatment: Incorporating T. harzianum into the soil to enhance root health and suppress soil-borne pathogens.
