The Role of Biofertilizers in enhancing soil and Productivity - A Review

Subhendra Kumar Singh

Department of Agronomy, School of Advanced Agriculture Sciences & Technology, CSJM University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Roop Kishor Pachauri *

Department of Agronomy, School of Advanced Agriculture Sciences & Technology, CSJM University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Heena Khatoon

Department of Agronomy, School of Advanced Agriculture Sciences & Technology, CSJM University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Deepika Katiyar

Department of Agronomy, School of Advanced Agriculture Sciences & Technology, CSJM University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Gaurav Agnihotri

Department of Agronomy, School of Advanced Agriculture Sciences & Technology, CSJM University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.


Abstract

Biofertilizers, which provide a natural and green alternative to chemical fertilizers, are crucial to sustainable farming techniques. Through strategies such as nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilization, and the enlargement of soil microbial variety, those microorganism-derived compounds improve soil fertility and sell plant boom. This evaluation explores the definition and kimportance of biofertilizers, highlighting the variations among chemical fertilizers and organic nitrogen fixation. It categorizes biofertilizers into diverse sorts, inclusive of nitrogen-solving, phosphate-solubilizing, and mycorrhizal biofertilizers, and discusses their ecological benefits. The impact of biofertilizers on ecosystem fitness and soil reclamation of degraded lands is likewise tested, showing their position in restoring soil structure and fertility. Various application strategies, along with seed inoculation, soil remedy, and foliar sprays, are mentioned to maximize their effectiveness. Although biofertilizers have many advantages, along with the effectiveness of fees, sustainability inside the environment, and better crop yields, additionally they have drawbacks, along with issues with soil compatibility and shelf-existence. Finally, rising views on biofertilizers spotlight improvements in biotechnology and their ability to play a pivotal role in weather-clever and resilient agriculture. This assessment underscores the growing importance of biofertilizers as a sustainable answer for current agricultural demanding situations.

Keywords: Biofertilizers, microbial organisms, soil health, sustainable agriculture


How to Cite

Singh, Subhendra Kumar, Roop Kishor Pachauri, Heena Khatoon, Deepika Katiyar, and Gaurav Agnihotri. 2025. “The Role of Biofertilizers in Enhancing Soil and Productivity - A Review”. International Journal of Plant & Soil Science 37 (3):141-61. https://doi.org/10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i35355.