Isolation and Characterisation of Chromobacterium for Biotic Stress Management in Agriculture

Microbes of Chromobacterium species are found in soil and water ecosystems of tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Many species of Chromobacterium have has the potential to be used in agriculture, medical, industry and biotechnology, including control of plant diseases caused by phytopathogens and insect pests, prevention of transmission of diseases by mosquitoes.This group of organisms are known for the production of purple pigment, indole-3-acetic production and inhibition of saprophytic enteric bacteria inhabiting soils.