1Cotton Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Veppanthattai, Perambalur, Tamil Nadu, India
2Integrative Agriculture Department, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), Al, Abu Dhabi, UAE
3Oilseeds Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Erayanur Tindivanam, Tamil Nadu, India
4Horticultural Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Pechiparai, Tamil Nadu, India
5Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar, Tamil Nadu, India
6Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
*Corresponding author’s Email: rajahmansing@gmail.com
Online published on 3 November, 2025.
Mycorrhizae, or “fungus roots,” form mutualistic relationships with plants, dating back to the Ordovician period. Around 40,000-50,000 fungal species associate with 250,000 plant species, primarily as Arbuscular (71%) and Ectomycorrhiza (2%). These fungi enhance nutrient uptake, supplying up to 80% of nitrogen and phosphorus, boosting plant growth, yields, and nutritional value. They also influence secondary metabolite production. Extensive research confirms their role in improving antioxidants, vitamins, and trace elements. Increasingly applied on an industrial scale, mycorrhizal fungi are integral to sustainable agriculture, offering eco-friendly solutions that enhance productivity while minimizing environmental impact through organic and regenerative practices.
Mycorrhizae, Ectomycorrhizae, Orchid Mycorrhizae, Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Agriculture
