Reprint

Biological Control of the Plant Pathogens

Edited by
January 2024
252 pages
  • ISBN978-3-0365-9929-8 (Hardback)
  • ISBN978-3-0365-9930-4 (PDF)

This book is a reprint of the Special Issue Biological Control of the Plant Pathogens that was published in

Biology & Life Sciences
Environmental & Earth Sciences
Medicine & Pharmacology
Summary

One of the greatest challenges facing agricultural scientists is developing efficient technologies for sustainable and eco-friendly management of crop losses caused by plant pathogens. The effectiveness of microbial biocontrol agents (BCAs) in ensuring food security has garnered global attention, both for halting pre-harvest crop losses and for enhancing crop yields. Harnessing the potential of BCAs could not only aid in the transition to sustainable agriculture, but it would ultimately benefit farmers by reducing the crop loss burden. Considering the recent developments in this area, this volume offers novel insights into the management strategies for major soilborne plant pathogens. Additionally, it explores the biocontrol potential of novel volatile compounds, defense inducers, and genetically engineered strains of BCAs.

Format
  • Hardback
License and Copyright
© 2022 by the authors; CC BY-NC-ND license
Keywords
Microbial biocontrol agents; Seed and soilborne phytopathogens; Rhizosphere; Microbial secondary metabolites; Microbial consortium; Plant-microbe interactions; Plant defense network; Root exudates; Organic farming; Sustainable development goal no. 2 (zero hunger); Taxonomy biocontrol bacteria; Microbial formulations