Research Keyword: Fungal disease control

Bacillus velezensis CNPMS-22 as biocontrol agent of pathogenic fungi and plant growth promoter

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This research demonstrates that a beneficial bacterium called Bacillus velezensis CNPMS-22 can effectively protect maize plants from fungal diseases caused by Fusarium verticillioides. When used to treat seeds before planting, this bacterium reduced disease symptoms and increased crop yield to levels comparable with chemical fungicides. The bacteria produces natural compounds that kill harmful fungi and promote plant growth, offering a safer and more sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides.

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Chemical profile and bioactivity of essential oils from five Turkish thyme species against white mold fungal disease agent Sclerotinia sclerotiorum

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Researchers studied five types of Turkish thyme plants to see if their essential oils could fight a harmful fungus called Sclerotinia sclerotiorum that damages crops like cucumbers and sunflowers. They found that thyme oils, especially those rich in carvacrol and thymol, were very effective at stopping fungal growth. These natural plant oils could be used as safer alternatives to chemical fungicides in farming, reducing environmental damage while controlling plant diseases.

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Impact of Various Essential Oils on the Development of Pathogens of the Fusarium Genus and on Health and Germination Parameters of Winter Wheat and Maize

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Researchers tested four plant-based essential oils as natural alternatives to chemical fungicides for protecting wheat and maize seeds from harmful Fusarium fungi. Thyme oil proved most effective at preventing fungal infections and seedling disease, performing as well as synthetic fungicides. However, thyme oil at higher doses harmed seed germination and plant growth, suggesting careful dose selection is needed for practical use. The findings indicate essential oils could replace chemical pesticides while maintaining crop safety, though different oils must be tested for various crops.

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