Enhanced Growth and Yield of Oyster Mushroom by Growth-Promoting Bacteria Glutamicibacter arilaitensis MRC119
- Author: mycolabadmin
- 2020-12-21
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Summary
This research discovered a beneficial bacteria that can naturally boost mushroom growth and yield without using chemicals. The bacteria, named Glutamicibacter arilaitensis MRC119, increased mushroom production by 28% compared to normal growing conditions. This discovery is significant for sustainable agriculture and eco-friendly food production.
Impacts on everyday life:
• More environmentally friendly mushroom production
• Potential for cheaper mushrooms due to increased production efficiency
• Reduced chemical use in food production
• Support for organic farming practices
• Improved sustainability in agriculture
Background
The mushroom cultivation industry is seeking biological alternatives to chemical growth promoters. Growth-promoting bacteria could provide an eco-friendly solution for enhancing mushroom production.
Objective
The study aimed to identify and characterize novel bacteria capable of enhancing mushroom growth and yield through biological means rather than chemical treatments.
Results
Out of 2,165 bacterial isolates, 26 showed positive growth-promoting traits. The selected strain achieved the highest radial growth rate of 7.6 mm/day and linear growth rate of 8.1 mm/day on the 10th and 11th days respectively. Mushroom fruitbody yields and biological efficiency in inoculated sets were 28% and 58% higher compared to uninoculated controls. The effective strain was identified as Glutamicibacter arilaitensis MRC119.
Conclusion
The identified bacterial strain Glutamicibacter arilaitensis MRC119 shows significant potential as an eco-friendly bioinoculant for enhancing mushroom production and biological efficiency. This offers a promising alternative to chemical growth promoters in mushroom cultivation.
- Published in:Journal of Basic Microbiology,
- Study Type:Experimental Research,
- Source: 10.1002/jobm.202000379