• Patale S. W.

Microbial inoculants like Azospirillum, Pseudomonas, and Trichoderma, as well as arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi, are essential for fostering plant growth and soil health. This study examines how these inoculants interact with AM fungus (Glomus mosseae, Glomus deserticola, and native AMF) in the rhizosphere of maize (Zea mays). Enzyme activity (phosphatase, trehalase, chitinase, and esterase) and microbial population dynamics were assessed. The findings showed that AM colonization was not prevented by any of the microbial inoculants. Notably, rhizosphere microbial populations and enzyme activity underwent notable qualitative alterations as a result of AM fungus and inoculant combinations. While natural AMF and G. deserticola markedly increased phosphatase and trehalase activities, respectively, G. mosseae increased esterase activity by 256%. By maximizing plant growth and ecological sustainability, these interactions provide promise for sustainable farming approaches.

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, microbial inoculants, maize, enzyme activity, rhizosphere, sustainable agriculture

"Effects of AM Fungi and Other Microbial Inoculants on the Rhizosphere of Maize Plants ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 1, page no.b519-b524, January-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2501184.pdf

"Effects of AM Fungi and Other Microbial Inoculants on the Rhizosphere of Maize Plants ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 1, page no. ppb519-b524, January-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2501184.pdf