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Screening and Optimization of Solid-State Fermentation for Esteya vermicola, an Entomopathogenic Fungus Against the Major Forest Pest Pine Wood Nematode

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Scientists optimized how to grow large quantities of a beneficial fungus called Esteya vermicola in solid fermentation, which kills the pine wood nematode pest that destroys pine forests. By testing different combinations of ingredients (wheat bran, corn flour, soybean flour, glucose, yeast extract, and magnesium sulfate) and environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, inoculation volume, and time), researchers increased fungal spore production more than 4-fold. These results provide a practical method for producing biopesticide products to protect pine forests from this damaging pest.

Dynamic proteomic changes and ultrastructural insights into Pochonia chlamydosporia’s parasitism of Parascaris equorum eggs

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Researchers studied how a parasitic fungus called Pochonia chlamydosporia infects and destroys the eggs of harmful parasitic worms found in horses. Using advanced imaging and protein analysis, they discovered that the fungus uses different strategies at different stages of infection: first it attaches and creates damage, then it breaks down the egg shell, and finally it consumes the contents. This fungus could be used as a natural, eco-friendly solution to control parasitic worm infections in animals.

Harnessing Walnut-Based Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles: A Sustainable Approach to Combat the Disease Complex of Meloidogyne arenaria and Macrophomina phaseolina in Cowpea

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Researchers created tiny particles made from walnut leaves and zinc oxide that can fight harmful plant diseases caused by root-knot nematodes and fungal infections in cowpea plants. When applied to diseased plants, these natural nanoparticles significantly reduced pest populations, improved plant growth and health, and helped plants recover from stress without harming beneficial bacteria in the soil. This green technology offers farmers an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional chemical pesticides.

Xenorhabdus spp.: An Overview of the Useful Facets of Mutualistic Bacteria of Entomopathogenic Nematodes

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Xenorhabdus bacteria are tiny organisms that naturally live inside microscopic worms used for pest control. These bacteria produce powerful substances that can kill harmful insects, fungi, and plant-damaging worms without using toxic chemical pesticides. Scientists are discovering new types of these bacteria and their compounds, which could help create safer products for farming and disease control. This research shows these beneficial microbes could replace harmful chemicals in agriculture.

Advanced fermentation techniques enhance dioxolanone type biopesticide production from Phyllosticta capitalensis

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Researchers discovered that special fermentation techniques can significantly boost the production of natural pesticides from a beneficial fungus called Phyllosticta capitalensis. By using materials like glass wool during fermentation, they increased the production of specific bioactive compounds. The resulting extracts showed excellent effectiveness against garden pests like aphids and harmful nematodes, offering a natural alternative to synthetic pesticides for sustainable agriculture.

Biocontrol efficacy of Pochonia chlamydosporia against root-knot nematode Meloidogyne javanica in eggplant and its impact on plant growth

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This study shows that a beneficial fungus called Pochonia chlamydosporia can effectively control harmful root-knot nematodes that damage eggplant crops. When applied to soil, this fungus directly attacks nematode eggs and parasitizes the parasitic juveniles, while also boosting the plant’s natural defense systems. Not only does the fungus reduce nematode populations by over 55%, but it also helps eggplant plants grow better with increased height, weight, and chlorophyll content, providing a promising eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides.

Biocontrol of Root-Knot Nematodes via siRNA-Loaded Extracellular Vesicles From a Nematophagous Fungus Arthrobotrys oligospora

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Scientists developed a new way to control harmful root-knot nematodes that damage crops by using natural containers called extracellular vesicles from a fungus. These vesicles carry small RNA molecules that silence genes essential for nematode survival and reproduction. When tested on tomato plants, this fungal-based treatment reduced nematode damage by about 60% while promoting healthier plant growth, offering an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides.

Biology and Application of Chaetomium globosum as a Biocontrol Agent: Current Status and Future Prospects

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Chaetomium globosum is a common soil fungus that shows great potential for protecting crops from diseases and pests naturally. This review explains how it works—by producing toxic compounds against harmful fungi, directly attacking pathogens, and boosting plants’ own defense systems. When applied to seeds or soil, it has reduced crop diseases by up to 73% in field tests while also improving soil health and crop yields, making it a promising alternative to chemical fungicides.

Research Keyword: nematode control