Research Keyword: microbial antagonism

The Biological Product Agricultural Jiaosu Enhances Tomato Resistance to Botrytis cinerea

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Agricultural Jiaosu is a fermented product made from plant waste that effectively controls gray mold disease in tomatoes through two mechanisms: it directly kills the fungus with organic acids, and it strengthens the plant’s natural defenses. When applied as a spray to tomato leaves once a week, it reduced disease by 55%, made plants grow taller and stronger, and boosted the plants’ protective enzymes. This natural alternative to chemical fungicides offers a sustainable and safe way to protect tomato crops while maintaining environmental health.

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Antifungal Activity of Industrial Bacillus Strains against Mycogone perniciosa, the Causative Agent of Wet Bubble Disease in White Button Mushrooms

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Researchers tested two special bacteria strains (Bacillus subtilis B-10 and M-22) to protect white button mushrooms from wet bubble disease, a serious fungal infection that can destroy entire crops. When applied to mushroom growing beds, both bacteria effectively prevented the disease-causing fungus from developing, with success rates between 50-99% depending on application method. This offers mushroom farmers a natural, chemical-free alternative to synthetic fungicides for protecting their crops.

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Antifungal and other bioactive properties of the volatilome of Streptomyces scabiei

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Researchers discovered that Streptomyces scabiei, a bacterium known for causing common scab disease on potatoes and other root vegetables, produces various airborne chemicals with surprising benefits. Using advanced laboratory techniques, scientists identified 36 different volatile compounds from this bacterium, many of which can kill harmful fungi and potentially help plants grow better. While traditionally viewed as purely harmful, these findings suggest the bacterium may actually serve a more complex role in soil, sometimes protecting crops from more dangerous diseases.

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Potential Protective Role of Amphibian Skin Bacteria Against Water Mold Saprolegnia spp.

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Frogs have helpful bacteria living on their skin that can fight dangerous water molds called Saprolegnia. Scientists discovered that different types of bacteria, especially Bacillus species, can prevent these molds from growing. The study found that frogs from polluted or salty water actually had bacteria that were better at fighting the mold, likely because harsh conditions helped tougher bacteria survive. These protective bacteria might explain why adult frogs can resist these infections better than tadpoles or eggs.

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Antifungal and other bioactive properties of the volatilome of Streptomyces scabiei

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Researchers discovered that Streptomyces scabiei, a bacterium that causes common scab disease in potatoes and other root crops, produces numerous airborne chemical compounds with surprising benefits. Using advanced chemical analysis, they identified 36 different volatile molecules, many of which can kill harmful fungi and promote plant health. This discovery suggests the bacterium’s role in nature is more complex than previously thought, as it may actually help protect plants while causing disease, opening new possibilities for developing natural pest control solutions.

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Tackling Conifer Needle Cast and Ash Dieback with Host-Derived Microbial Antagonists Exhibiting Plant Growth-Promoting Traits

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Researchers discovered native bacteria living in European ash and Scots pine trees that can fight two destructive forest diseases: ash dieback and needle cast. These bacteria not only inhibit pathogen growth but also help trees absorb nutrients better, making them excellent natural candidates for protecting forests without harmful chemicals. The study identified several bacterial species that showed strong disease-fighting ability, with one strain preventing needle cast fungus growth by up to 80%.

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