Modification of soil flora by encapsulation of plant-beneficial bacteria.

In this investigation, we systematically screened two strains isolated from soil contaminated with heavy metals, specifically chosen for their heightened resistance to Cd and remarkable growth-promoting capabilities. Subsequently, these strains underwent an alginate coating process, resulting in the development of alginate composite bacterial agents. These agents were introduced individually or in combination into cd contaminated soil. The diversity of the soil's microflora was monitored through potting trials.