Bioprospection Of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (Amf) And Mycorrhizal Helping Bacteria (Mhb) For Rejuvenation Of Degraded Land- A Up To Date Review

Abstract

Degraded land is land which has been damaged by either human-caused activities or has been devoid of any human activity resulting in low productivity and low economic potential unless special restoration measures are used. The aim of the study is to develop scientifically based proposals for identification of land degradation in order to classify and evaluate land degradation in Latvia and to develop the sequence of gradual prevention measures of this process. This review covers the aspects related to the specificity and mechanisms of action of MHB, which positively impact the formation and functioning of AMF in mycorrhizal symbiosis, and the need to advocate MHB as AMF bioenhancers towards their inclusion in integrated nutrient management practices in sustainable agriculture.