Question
What is the economic importance of bacteria in agriculture?
Solution
The economic importance of bacteria in agriculture
(i) Nitrogen fixing bacteria, Rhizobium are present in the roots nodules of legumes such as gram and pea. These bacteria fix free nitrogen into nitrates and increase the fertility of the soil.
(ii) Bacteria act as decomposers and help in decomposing the dead plant and animals remains, adding nutrients to the soil. They help in the formation of manure which is used to increase the crop yield.
