Biological pest control
View article: Research Progress on the Prevention and Control of Postharvest Infection of Fruits and Vegetables by Bacillus and Its Mechanism
Research Progress on the Prevention and Control of Postharvest Infection of Fruits and Vegetables by Bacillus and Its Mechanism Open
Maintaining the postharvest quality of fruits and vegetables is crucial for a healthy diet, as microorganisms present during harvesting, transportation, and storage can accelerate decay. Quality deterioration in fruits and vegetables occur…
View article: Antifungal potential of local plant extracts in the biological control of soil-borne diseases of tomato and eggplant in Daloa, Centre-West, Côte d'Ivoire
Antifungal potential of local plant extracts in the biological control of soil-borne diseases of tomato and eggplant in Daloa, Centre-West, Côte d'Ivoire Open
Tomato and eggplant play a significant role in peri-urban agriculture. However, their production in the city of Daloa is limited by biotic diseases. This study aimed to evaluate the antifungal activity of six plant extracts against soil-bo…
View article: Fusarium keratoplasticum TKKS-1: A potential native entomopathogenic fungus to control Armyworm, Spodoptera litura Fabricus (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), on mustard plants
Fusarium keratoplasticum TKKS-1: A potential native entomopathogenic fungus to control Armyworm, Spodoptera litura Fabricus (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), on mustard plants Open
The use of entomopathogen (insect pathogen) is one of the effective strategies for managing insect pests. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of the entomopathogenic fungus Fusarium keratoplasticum against Spodoptera litura larvae un…
View article: Preliminary performance screening of microbial consortia on fusarium basal rot control and shallot growth
Preliminary performance screening of microbial consortia on fusarium basal rot control and shallot growth Open
Developing an effective biocontrol consortium requires comprehensive assessment to ensure that the selected microbial combinations can provide both strong disease suppression and plant growth-promoting effects. This study aimed to evaluate…
View article: Pattern distribution and epidemic factors of stem canker disease caused by Neoscytalidium dimidiatum on pitahaya in Banyuwangi Regency, East Java, Indonesia
Pattern distribution and epidemic factors of stem canker disease caused by Neoscytalidium dimidiatum on pitahaya in Banyuwangi Regency, East Java, Indonesia Open
Neoscytalidium dimidiatum is an airborne pathogen that causes stem canker disease, characterized by small brown spots surrounded by a yellow halo on the plant stem. These spots expand and darken from brown to dark brown and eventually blac…
View article: Characterization, Production, and Application of Antifungal Metabolites from Probiotic Levilactobacillus and Lactiplantibacillus Strains Isolated from Fermented Olives
Characterization, Production, and Application of Antifungal Metabolites from Probiotic Levilactobacillus and Lactiplantibacillus Strains Isolated from Fermented Olives Open
In this study, the characterization, production, and application of antifungal metabolites obtained from the Levilactobacillus (L. brevis S27) and two Lactiplantibacillus (L. pentosus S42 and L. plantarum S62) strains were evaluated. The l…
View article: Dead-end trap cropping in pest management
Dead-end trap cropping in pest management Open
Dead-end trap cropping is a particular case of trap cropping involving trap crop plants on which targeted insect pests cannot survive. Dead-end trap crops can function as a sink for pests, preventing their movement from the trap crop to th…
View article: Impact of Synthetic Insecticides on Aphids (<i>Aphis gossypii</i> glover) on Early Season Cotton by using Stem Application Method
Impact of Synthetic Insecticides on Aphids (<i>Aphis gossypii</i> glover) on Early Season Cotton by using Stem Application Method Open
Early-season infestations of Aphis gossypii (Glover) severely impair cotton growth and act as reservoirs for secondary pests and viral pathogens. The present study assessed the efficacy of eight insecticides viz. Dimethoate, Imidacloprid 2…
View article: Volatile-mediated inhibition of Fusarium wilt in pigeonpea conferred by Bacillaceae members isolated from the host plant’s rhizosphere
Volatile-mediated inhibition of Fusarium wilt in pigeonpea conferred by Bacillaceae members isolated from the host plant’s rhizosphere Open
Background and aim Different biotic and abiotic stresses in agriculture restrict crop productivity, leading to dwindling biomass. Conventional bioinoculants have lost farmers' confidence due to reduced persistence under natural conditions.…
View article: Microbial biocontrol in agriculture: from mechanistic Understanding to field application
Microbial biocontrol in agriculture: from mechanistic Understanding to field application Open
View article: Comparative Analysis of Symbiotic Bacterial Diversity and Sublethal Effects of Nitenpyram Against Two Different Cotton Aphids
Comparative Analysis of Symbiotic Bacterial Diversity and Sublethal Effects of Nitenpyram Against Two Different Cotton Aphids Open
Symbiotic bacteria in insects are known to play crucial roles in detoxification metabolism and adaptation to host plant secondary metabolites. In the cotton-growing region of Xinjiang, China, the Ap. gossypii and the Ac. gossypii exhibit s…
View article: Exploring a potential mycoherbicidal agent for eco-friendly management of Trianthema portulacastrum L.
Exploring a potential mycoherbicidal agent for eco-friendly management of Trianthema portulacastrum L. Open
Trianthema portulacastrum L. is one of the dominant weed species of the garden land ecosystem and poses a severe threat to crop cultivation. Chemical herbicides have the potential to manage the weed effectively, but their persistent residu…
View article: Can fungi associated with seeds be an important source for the biological control of invasive plants? Urochloa (=Brachiaria) as a case study
Can fungi associated with seeds be an important source for the biological control of invasive plants? Urochloa (=Brachiaria) as a case study Open
The introduction and naturalization of exotic species in Brazil, favored by their high adaptability and the absence of natural enemies, are among the main drivers of biodiversity loss. A notable example is the genus Urochloa , originally i…
View article: Ecological Characterization and Efficacy of Indigenous Entomopathogenic Nematodes Against Spodoptera frugiperda in Nigeria
Ecological Characterization and Efficacy of Indigenous Entomopathogenic Nematodes Against Spodoptera frugiperda in Nigeria Open
The successful deployment of entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) in biological pest control hinges on their ecological fitness and stress tolerance. In this study, we assessed the ecological traits and efficacy of six indigenous EPN isolates…
View article: Characterization of an entomopathogenic fungi, Aspergillus sp. R55 as a biocontrol agent against invasive rugose spiraling whitefly infesting oil palm in India
Characterization of an entomopathogenic fungi, Aspergillus sp. R55 as a biocontrol agent against invasive rugose spiraling whitefly infesting oil palm in India Open
Background Rugose spiraling whitefly (RSW), a native Central America species, was first reported in India during 2016. Since then, the observed rapid geographical distribution and consistent incidence over the years gave the insect, a key …
View article: Harnessing natural enemies for sustainable management of Bemisia tabaci: a review of the role of predators, parasitoids and entomopathogens
Harnessing natural enemies for sustainable management of Bemisia tabaci: a review of the role of predators, parasitoids and entomopathogens Open
Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) is a globally destructive pest that is particularly damaging to tropical and subtropical agricultural systems. The sap-feeding behavior, coupled with its rapid reproduction, causes substa…
View article: Botanical Extracts Delivered via Irrigation: A Novel Approach to Manage Phthorimaea absoluta (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) by Altering Host Plant Suitability and Pest Behavior
Botanical Extracts Delivered via Irrigation: A Novel Approach to Manage Phthorimaea absoluta (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) by Altering Host Plant Suitability and Pest Behavior Open
Phthorimaea absoluta (Meyrick), is a major global threat to tomato production due to its rapid life cycle, high reproductive capacity, and insecticide resistance. A promising control strategy is to modulate morphological, physiological, an…
View article: Botanical Extracts Delivered via Irrigation: A Novel Approach to Manage Phthorimaea absoluta (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) by Altering Host Plant Suitability and Pest Behavior
Botanical Extracts Delivered via Irrigation: A Novel Approach to Manage Phthorimaea absoluta (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) by Altering Host Plant Suitability and Pest Behavior Open
Phthorimaea absoluta (Meyrick), is a major global threat to tomato production due to its rapid life cycle, high reproductive capacity, and insecticide resistance. A promising control strategy is to modulate morphological, physiolo…
View article: Impact of mineral fertilization and Trichoderma application on soil microbiota of young olive trees inoculated with Verticillium dahliae
Impact of mineral fertilization and Trichoderma application on soil microbiota of young olive trees inoculated with Verticillium dahliae Open
Introduction Verticillium dahliae , the pathogen producing Verticillium wilt in olive orchards is a soilborne pathogenic fungus that has a long persistence in soil due to the formation of melanized microsclerotia and represents a devastati…
View article: Efficacy of Biocontrol-Based Foliar Elicitors in Reducing Disease Incidence, Severity, and Enhancing Survival in Tomato (<em>Solanum lycopersicum</em> L) Varieties
Efficacy of Biocontrol-Based Foliar Elicitors in Reducing Disease Incidence, Severity, and Enhancing Survival in Tomato (<em>Solanum lycopersicum</em> L) Varieties Open
Solanum lycopersicum L. production is frequently challenged by complex bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens, leading to significant yield losses. This study evaluated the efficacy of three foliar elicitor treatments, Activane®, Micobiol®…
View article: Interspecific foraging response to the thiacloprid treatment of co-existing top spider predators
Interspecific foraging response to the thiacloprid treatment of co-existing top spider predators Open
Neonicotinoids are nicotine-based synthetic insecticides used in agriculture to control plant pests. They are neurotoxic substances that attack the nervous system of insects and can cause paralysis or death. These selective insecticides sh…
View article: Integrated Management of Ambrosia beetle in Arecanut
Integrated Management of Ambrosia beetle in Arecanut Open
Arecanut (Areca catechu L.) is commonly known as betel nut palm and is an important commercial crop in most South Asian countries having economic, religious and medicinal importance. The yield potential of arecanut is greatly influenced by…
View article: Evaluation of selected biopesticides and chemical insecticides against natural enemies in the pigeon pea ecosystem
Evaluation of selected biopesticides and chemical insecticides against natural enemies in the pigeon pea ecosystem Open
The safety evaluation of biopesticides and chemical insecticides against natural enemies in the pigeon pea ecosystem was carried out at Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Mohanpur, Kalyani, West Bengal, India. Pigeon pea (Var. UPAS-120)…
View article: The social wasps as a reservoir of non-Saccharomyces yeasts for bio-protection strategies in winemaking
The social wasps as a reservoir of non-Saccharomyces yeasts for bio-protection strategies in winemaking Open
Recent studies on yeast-insect associations demonstrated that social wasps of the genera Polistes and Vespula act as a reservoir for the conservation of yeasts and as vectors capable of transferring such yeasts on the grapes. This work aim…
View article: Biological properties of saprophytic fungi species common in the Republic of Kazakhstan (using the Alternaria alternata isolate as an example)
Biological properties of saprophytic fungi species common in the Republic of Kazakhstan (using the Alternaria alternata isolate as an example) Open
In the last decade, many researchers have noted a significant increase in various pathologies in domestic and farm animals caused by saprophytic fungal species. Clinically, they manifest themselves as local lesions of the skin and coat, or…
View article: Multifunctional Endophytic Fungi from Ginger (Zingiber officinale) with Antimicrobial, Enzymatic, and Antioxidant Potential
Multifunctional Endophytic Fungi from Ginger (Zingiber officinale) with Antimicrobial, Enzymatic, and Antioxidant Potential Open
Endophytic fungi were isolated from ginger (Zingiber officinale) tubers and identified through molecular characterization of ITS and 28S rRNA regions. Nine species were obtained, belonging to the genera Aspergillus, Penicillium, Plectospha…
View article: Complete Genome Sequencing of Erwinia phyllosphaerae ZX-13, a Novel Biocontrol Agent to Against the Stem Blight Pathogen Pseudocryphonectria elaeocarpicola in Elaeocarpus spp.
Complete Genome Sequencing of Erwinia phyllosphaerae ZX-13, a Novel Biocontrol Agent to Against the Stem Blight Pathogen Pseudocryphonectria elaeocarpicola in Elaeocarpus spp. Open
The stem blight disease on Elaeocarpus spp. was newly identified in 2022 on E. rugosus and E. hain in Guangzhou, representing a serious stem disease that causes branch rot and cankers in Elaeocarpus species and can lead to whole-plant deat…
View article: Antagonistic Potential and Plant Growth Enhancement by Endophytic Bacillus Isolated from Citrus Plants
Antagonistic Potential and Plant Growth Enhancement by Endophytic Bacillus Isolated from Citrus Plants Open
Citrus is a horticultural commodity with high economic value. However, citrus production is constrained by various plant diseases caused by infectious pathogens. Endophytic bacteria that live in plant tissues can function as plant growth p…
View article: Distribution of entomopathogenic nematodes in some selected insect species in Osogbo local government area of Osun state, Nigeria
Distribution of entomopathogenic nematodes in some selected insect species in Osogbo local government area of Osun state, Nigeria Open
Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are leading biological control agents used to combat many insect pests. This study investigated the distribution of EPNs in Zonocerus variegatus (Variegated grasshopper), Mantis religiosa (Preying mantis),…
View article: The dependence of the biological efficiency of soybean seed treatment with fungicidal seed dressings of different mechanisms of action on the conditions of the year in the forest-steppe of Western Siberia
The dependence of the biological efficiency of soybean seed treatment with fungicidal seed dressings of different mechanisms of action on the conditions of the year in the forest-steppe of Western Siberia Open
The results of a study on the assessment of the biological effectiveness of fungicidal soybean seed dressings with different mechanisms of action, taking into account the conditions of the year, are presented. The objective of the study wa…