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Revolutionizing Crop Protection - Emerging Biopesticide Technologies and their Future Potential

Gurudatt M. Hegde, Meghasree Devaiah
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56669/WEDK8256 ABSTRACT The overreliance on chemical pesticides has led to the development of resistance, ecological disruption, and health issues, necessitating the pursuit of safer alternatives. Biopesticides, originating from natural organisms or their...
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Natural Boost for Your Crops: The Role of Biostimulants in Smarter, Sustainable Farming

Sampat Jat , Santosh Kumari, Ritu Mawar
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56669/NECZ9831 ABSTRACT The exact definition of biostimulants remains debated, with no universal agreement on what should or shouldn’t be included in this category. For example, certain microbes, such as Azotobacter, Rhizobium, and Azospirillum, are considered...
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Unveiling Microbial Richness in Arid Ecosystems: A Pathway to Agricultural Sustainability

Santosh Kumari, Sampat Jat , Ritu Mawar
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56669/HXMU5377 ABSTRACT A large portion of the Earth’s surface is covered by dry and semi-dry regions, where conditions are often challenging. Nevertheless, these regions are rich in microbes that live in close association with plants, supporting their growth and...
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Advances, Challenges and Perspectives in the Application of Novel Biocontrol Agents for Plant Disease Management

Gurudatt M. Hegde, Vijaykumar K. N.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56669/HYZL2696 ABSTRACT The growing concerns among consumers and governments regarding the issues associated with synthetic chemicals in disease control and food safety have prompted growers to seek eco-friendly alternatives to traditional chemical-based practices...
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The Potential of Siderophores in Biological Control in Plant Diseases

Gurudatt M. Hegde, Premchand U, Raghavendra Mesta
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56669/HGRS2291 ABSTRACT Siderophores, the secondary metabolites produced by various microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria, are pivotal in enhancing plant growth and controlling plant diseases, particularly under iron-deficient conditions. These small organic...
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