This research discovered that extracts from a common white-rot fungus can effectively control harmful plant diseases in pepper crops without using synthetic chemical pesticides. This natural solution could help farmers protect their crops in a more environmentally friendly way. Impact on everyday life: – Provides safer, chemical-free options for growing vegetables – Could lead to reduced pesticide residues on food crops – Helps protect environmental health by reducing chemical pesticide use – Supports sustainable and organic farming practices – Could lead to development of new natural plant protection products