Vesicular-Arbuscular Mycorrhiza (VAM) is a beneficial, mutualistic symbiosis between certain soil fungi and plant roots.
The fungus penetrates the root cells, providing the plant with water and immobile nutrients (like phosphorus and zinc) in exchange for photosynthesized carbohydrates
Technical Content of AGRIVENTURE MYCOMAN Bio Fertilizers
Vesicular Arbuscular Mycorrhiza
Mode of Action
Mycorrhizae are nothing but a fungus root association. Vesicular arbuscular mycorrhizae (VAM) is an obligate symbiont and they cannot be cultured in nutrient medium.
They help in plant growth through their hyphae that absorb phosphorus from the labile pool.
Crop & Disease/Pest Mapping
Highly Suitable CropsVAM forms an incredibly beneficial relationship with a vast majority of agricultural plants.
Cereals & Millets: Rice, wheat, maize, sorghum, barley, and bajra.
Pulses & Oilseeds: Chickpea (chana), p igeon pea, mung, lentils, mustard, soybean, and groundnut.
Other Exceptions: Spinach, beet, carnations, and members of the heath family (e.g., blueberries, azaleas).
Dosage per Acre
Dose: 1kg / acre
Key Features & Benefits
Agricultural & Ecological Benefits As a natural biofertilizer, VAM is highly valued in sustainable agriculture and ecosystem health for several reasons
Enhanced Nutrient Uptake: Dramatically increases the absorption of phosphorus, nitrogen, sulfur, zinc, and copper.
Stress Tolerance: Helps plants survive abiotic stresses such as drought, soil salinity, and heavy metal toxicity.
Disease Resistance: Strengthens the plant's natural defenses against root-borne pathogens and nematodes.
Improved Soil Health: Fungal hyphae produce a sticky protein called glomalin, which binds soil particles together, preventing erosion and improving water retention and aeration