Bradyrhizobium

Bradyrhizobium is a type of beneficial soil bacteria that forms a symbiotic relationship with legume plants, like beans and peanuts. It infects the plant’s roots, creating small structures called nodules, where it converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form the plant can absorb and use for growth. This natural process reduces the need for chemical fertilizers and enriches soil fertility. Bradyrhizobium's ability to fix nitrogen makes it vital for sustainable agriculture and healthy ecosystems, supporting plant development and improving crop yields without synthetic inputs.