Fungal Species:  Thymus vulgaris

Antibacterial Activity of Essential Oils and Trametes versicolor Extract Against Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. michiganensis and Ralstonia solanacearum for Seed Treatment and Development of a Rapid In Vivo Assay

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This research investigated natural alternatives to chemical treatments for protecting tomato seeds from harmful bacteria. Scientists tested various essential oils and a mushroom extract against two serious bacterial diseases that affect tomatoes worldwide. The study found that several plant-based oils, particularly oregano and cinnamon oil, could effectively control these bacteria without harming the tomato seeds. Impacts on everyday life: • Provides safer, natural alternatives to chemical seed treatments for farmers and gardeners • Helps protect tomato crops from devastating diseases that reduce food production • Supports more sustainable and environmentally-friendly farming practices • Could lead to reduced chemical use in agriculture • May result in healthier, chemical-free produce for consumers

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In Vitro Control of Post-Harvest Fruit Rot Fungi by Some Plant Essential Oil Components

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This research investigated how natural compounds found in essential oils from common Mediterranean herbs could be used to prevent fruit spoilage. The study found that certain natural compounds, particularly citral, carvacrol, and thymol, were effective at stopping the growth of fungi that cause fruits to rot after harvest. This discovery has important implications for food preservation and reducing chemical fungicide use. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to more natural food preservatives that extend shelf life of fruits • May reduce harmful chemical residues on foods we consume • Could help decrease food waste by preventing spoilage • Offers safer alternatives for organic food preservation • Could reduce environmental impact of synthetic fungicides

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