Abstract

Aim: The aim of the study was to estimate the effects of bio-fertilizers, Azotobacter, Azospirillium and PSB (phosphate solubilizing bacteria) on strawberry growth, yield, and quality over the years/environments.

Materials and Methods: It was included nine treatments replicated three times using an RCBD. The recommended amount of manure, specifically farm yard manure, was applied and thoroughly mixed into the soil before 15 days, and bio-fertilizers such as Azotobacter, Azospirillium and PSB (phosphate solubilizing bacteria) were applied via root treatment and before transplantation. Strawberry plants' roots were treated before being put in the field.

Results: T7 (50% RDF+2 kg/ha Azotobacter +2 kg/ha PSB +50% top dressing P and K), followed by T8 (50% RDF+2 kg/ha Azospirillim +2 kg/ha PSB + 50% K) and T6 (50% RDF+2kg/ha Azospirillium +50% top dressing P and K), had a significant impact on nearly all economic traits in both years/environments, particularly fruit yield quintal per ha; X10 (Post-harvest life of fruits in days); X11 (Total soluble solids (TSS) °Brix. As a result, three treatments, T7, T8, and T6, were indicated for high fruit output per hectare and better strawberry quality in North Indian conditions.

Conclusion: It was concluded that the three treatments, T7, T8 and T6, may recommended for high fruit yield/ha and improved strawberry quality in North Indian conditions.

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