Growing worldwide food demand calls for sustainable agricultural advances. This article examines how microbial technology and biochemical remedies are revolutionizing current agriculture. Biostimulants, biopesticides, and biofertilizers improve soil fertility, insect control, and stress tolerance while lowering reliance on artificial agrochemicals. Through biochemical processes like osmolyte buildup, antioxidant defense, and RNA interference, genetically modified (GM) crops further promote resistance and productivity. Better yields, input efficiency, and environmental sustainability are demonstrated by Syngenta, Bayer, IFFCO, and Cargill's practical applications. However, widespread adoption is hampered by financial considerations, legal limitations, and low awareness. Along with circular bioeconomy models, future directions include CRISPR gene editing, microbial consortia, and AI-powered precision farming. Together, these developments present a possible route to agribusiness that is profitable, climate-resilient, and sustainable.
Biochemical innovations, Microbial applications, Genetically modified crops, Sustainable agribusiness
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