Q. With reference to Tricolime, a bio-pesticide and bio-fertiliser, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1.Tricolime is often applied directly to the soil or along with seeds during planting.
2.The Trichoderma fungus in Tricolime parasitizes and kills harmful soil-borne pathogens, preventing plant diseases like root rot and wilt.
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Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Trichoderma is a fungal biocontrol agent present in all soils. In simple term, it is a genus of fungi that can be found in most soils. ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode has developed a new granular lime-based Trichoderma formulation which is a fungal bio-control agent. Tricolime serves as a bio-pesticide and bio-fertiliser in crop production. Being a bio pesticide, it promotes plant growth and shields crops from soil-borne pathogens, all in a single application. Tricolime can be applied directly to the soil or along with seeds during planting to promote healthy growth and productivity in crops. Trichoderma helps to prevent plant diseases by parasitizing and killing harmful soil-borne pathogens, such as those that cause root rot and wilt.
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