Viruses Infecting the Plant Pathogenic Fungus Rhizoctonia solani
This research reviews viruses that infect Rhizoctonia solani, a destructive fungal plant pathogen that causes significant crop losses worldwide. The study examines how these viruses could potentially be used to control plant diseases naturally, without chemical fungicides. Impact on everyday life: • Could lead to more sustainable and environmentally friendly methods of protecting food crops • May help reduce reliance on chemical fungicides in agriculture • Could improve crop yields and food security by controlling fungal diseases • May lower food production costs by providing alternative disease control methods • Could help develop new biotechnology tools for agricultural applications