Bacillus megaterium

Bacillus megaterium

Formerly known as Bacillus megaterium

Spore-forming nutrient-mobilizing bacterium

Beneficial Bacteria


A spore-forming bacterium commonly used to support phosphorus solubilization, micronutrient mobilization, and nutrient-use efficiency.

Bacillus megaterium is selected for agricultural formulations that target nutrient availability. It can produce organic acids and other metabolites that help mobilize phosphorus and micronutrients in the root zone.
Key Benefits
  • Phosphorus solubilization
  • Micronutrient mobilization
  • Nutrient-use efficiency
  • Root-zone activity
Formulation Availability

Wettable powder; Liquid; Seed treatment; Soil application; Fertigation; Custom blend

Compatibility Notes

Stable in many dry formulations. Verify compatibility with copper products, high-salt fertilizers, concentrated acids, and mixed microbial consortia.

Key Crops

Row crops Row crops
Vegetables Vegetables
specialty crops specialty crops

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