Eco-Friendly Cultivation of Onion (Allium cepa L.) Using Vesicular-Arbuscular Mycorrhizal (VAM) Fungi

Author(s)	Dr. S. D. Shaikh, Dr. U. S. Shelke, Dr. A. S. Shaikh, N. B. Pawar
Country	India
Abstract	The use of vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhizae (VAM) fungi in sustainable agriculture is gaining traction due to their ability to enhance nutrient uptake, plant growth, and resilience while reducing chemical inputs. This study investigated the role of VAM fungi in the eco-friendly cultivation of onion (Allium cepa L.). Seeds were grown in sterile soil with and without AMF inoculation, and growth parameters were observed over 80 days. The inoculated plants demonstrated significant improvements in biomass, chlorophyll content, and overall yield. The findings highlight the potential of VAM fungi as a natural growth enhancer, offering a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable alternative to conventional fertilization methods.
Keywords	Allium cepa, VAM fungi, sustainable agriculture, mycorrhizae, biofertilizer, plant physiology
Field	Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In	Volume 16, Issue 2, April-June 2025
Published On	2025-05-21
DOI	https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i2.5192

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