Symbiotic nitrogen fixation

Symbiotic nitrogen fixation is a natural process where certain plants, like legumes, form a partnership with bacteria called Rhizobia. These bacteria live in nodules on the plant’s roots and convert atmospheric nitrogen—an inert gas—to a form the plant can use for growth, like ammonia. This process benefits both: the plant gains essential nutrients, and the bacteria receive food from the plant. It’s a vital part of the nitrogen cycle, enriching soil fertility naturally, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers, and supporting healthy ecosystems.