Characterization and phytostimulatory activity of bacteria isolated from tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) rhizosphere

Replacing agrochemicals with plant growth promoting bacteria (PGPB) may offset some of the environmental impacts of food production. The objectives of this study were to (1) isolate and characterize bacterial strains from tomato rhizosphere, including root, shoot and leaf, (2) select and identify the most promising PGPB strains, (3) verify the phytostimulatory activity and mineral uptake potential of selected strains. Bacterial strains isolated...