INFLUENCE OF ARBUSCULAR MYCORRHIZAL FUNGI AND PLANT GROWTH PROMOTING YEAST ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF CROPS FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

This review focused on useful effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plant growthpromoting yeast on agricultural plants as possible biological agents in increasing nutrient absorption, crop yield and tolerance to biotic and abiotic stress conditions. Chemical pesticides and fertilizers are becoming prevalent in causing environmental harm. To solve this problem, arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus and plant growth-promoting yeast are utilized. According to recent research, arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plant growth promoting yeast are more beneficial for improving soil health, nutrient absorption, nutrient mobilization, bioremediation, pest control, and disease management in an ecofriendly, efficient and cost effective manner than the inorganic chemicals. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plant growth promoting yeast both have distinct roles in plant growth and combining their inoculations can produce the best results. Utilizing plant growth-promoting yeast and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi inoculation will decrease the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which will result in attaining sustainable agriculture.