Abstract

Various aspects of phosphate solubilization are discussed including mechanism growth of halophilic plants; promotion of microorganisms isolated from saline environment near Bhavnagar coast, Gujarat, India focusing on their phosphate and its solubilization ability. Problems related to salinity ingress and nutrient deficiency are discussed especially remediation of phosphorus deficiency. Role of halo tolerant or halophilic microorganisms are revealed and effective capabilities of phosphate solubilization offering potential as bio fertilizer for enhancing plant growth in saline/hypersaline. The research promotes sustainable agricultural practices that are consistent with Sustainable Development Goals such as “zero hunger,” “sustainable consumption and production,” and “life on land.”

Keywords

halophilic microorganisms, phosphate solubilization, sustainable agriculture, saline and hypersaline environments