Unveiling the potential of Halotolerant bacteria as PGPR with an ANOVA and Time-Series enhanced study for sustainable agriculture

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This study explores harnessing the potential of halotolerant plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPR) from Ghoramara Island, addressing challenges of salinity and cyclone-induced soil runoff in the ecologically vulnerable region.Bacillus altitudinis (OS-1) and Priestia megaterium (TDS-3) were chosen as initial biofertilizer consortia to enhance okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) growth, a crucial dietary crop.After salt tolerance and nutrient content analysis, bacterial suspensions were applied to the okra plants, confirming the growth-promoting abilities of native halotolerant strains.OS-1 exhibited the highest growth promotion, with TDS-3 showing intermediate effects.However, the combined application of both strains had an antagonistic effect, emphasizing the necessity for further analysis and gene sequencing to understand the underlying molecular dynamics.This study pioneers the design of a preliminary biofertilizer for optimal agricultural benefits in challenging environments, highlighting the vital role of PGPR in sustainable agriculture.The inclusion of Time and Series analysis along with ANOVA testing enhances the comprehensiveness, providing rigorous statistical analysis of halotolerant PGPR effects on okra growth, ultimately offering a promising avenue to boost crop yields and alleviate environmental stressors in vulnerable regions.