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Introduction to Microbiology
How Microbes Improve Farming and Food
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Microbes improve farming and food production by helping plants grow, protecting crops, and making foods such as bread, yogurt, and pickles. These tiny organisms support soil fertility, pest control, fermentation, and food preservation. They are a key part of sustainable agriculture and food safety.
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Microorganisms are vital for agriculture and the food industry.
In agriculture, nitrogen-fixing bacteria, such as Rhizobium and Azotobacter, convert atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia.
This enriches soil fertility, boosts crop yield, and reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers.
Similarly, biofertilizers, like
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