MCQ
Trichoderma harzianum has proved a useful microorganism for :
  • A
    Gene transfer in higher plants
  • Biological control of soil-borne plant pathogens
  • C
    Bioremediation of contaminated soils
  • D
    Reclamation of wastelands

Answer

Correct option: B.
Biological control of soil-borne plant pathogens
Trichoderma harzianum is an effective biocontrol agent against several fungal soilborne plant pathogens.
It is used for foliar application, seed treatment and soil treatment for suppression of various disease $-$ causing fungal pathogens.
These fungi are present in nearly all soils.
In soil, they frequently are the most prevalent culturable fungi.

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