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Is Trichoderma species free-living fungi?


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Trichoderma fungi are free-living fungi that are abundant in root ecosystems.

Trichoderma:

  1. They are effective biocontrol agents for several plant pathogens such as Fusarium, Phytophthora, and others, and are used to treat plant diseases.
  2. Trichoderma improves crop growth, development, nutrient uptake, immunity, and yield.
  3. Trichoderma is a fungus genus with a diverse range of lifestyles and interactions with other fungi, animals, and plants.

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