Kappaphycus alvarezii - An Antimicrobial Red Algae

There are wide range of phyto pathogens which cause infectious diseases such as Fungi ,Bacteria ,Viruses and Viroids. The secondary metabolites of many algae act as an effective anti microbial agent. Kappaphycus alvarezii is one such red algae/ Marine algae which can be used as Bio fertilizer and bio control agent. . K.Alvarezii is an edible algae which is also a ich source of carageenan . Usage of this algae as biofertiliser and biocontrol agent replaces the risk of Chemical fertilizers and pesticides. It is a solution for Nuturing the Nature.