Solid-state fermentation: Applications and future perspectives for biostimulant and biopesticides production

A Mattedi, E Sabbi, B Farda, R Djebaili, D Mitra… - Microorganisms, 2023 - mdpi.com
With the expansion of the green products market and the worldwide policies and strategies
directed toward a green revolution and ecological transition, the demand for innovative …

Microbial pesticides–challenges and future perspectives for testing and safety assessment with respect to human health

K Wend, L Zorrilla, FM Freimoser, A Gallet - Environmental Health, 2024 - Springer
Plant protection measures are necessary to prevent pests and diseases from attacking and
destroying crop plants and to meet consumer demands for agricultural produce. In the last …

Biopesticides in sustainable agriculture: A critical sustainable development driver governed by green chemistry principles

EO Fenibo, GN Ijoma, T Matambo - Frontiers in Sustainable Food …, 2021 - frontiersin.org
The application of conventional pesticides is underscored by many negative externalities
including environmental degradation and pest resistance. Consequently, their use in …

[HTML][HTML] Microbial bio-control agents: A comprehensive analysis on sustainable pest management in agriculture

R Chaudhary, A Nawaz, Z Khattak, MA Butt… - Journal of agriculture …, 2024 - Elsevier
A global rise in population and environmental degradation pose challenges to agricultural
productivity worldwide, compelling the need for new strategies to tackle abiotic stress …

[HTML][HTML] The potential of adjuvants used with microbiological control of insect pests with emphasis on organic farming

M Holka, J Kowalska - Agriculture, 2023 - mdpi.com
Biological plant protection is a crucial component of integrated pest management strategies.
It is considered a safer alternative to chemical plant protection, with reduced risks to human …

Microbial biocontrol strategies for ambrosia beetles and their associated phytopathogenic fungi

F Reverchon, SM Contreras-Ramos… - … in Sustainable Food …, 2021 - frontiersin.org
Ambrosia beetles and their symbiotic fungi are causing severe damage in natural and agro-
ecosystems worldwide, threatening the productivity of several important tree crops such as …

Development and commercialization of pheromone-based biopesticides: a global perspective

GU Villarreal, EVR Campos, JL de Oliveira… - Development and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Industrial agriculture relies on the utilization of great amounts of chemical pesticides for pre-
and postharvest pest control. However, their effectiveness is limited and has resulted in pest …

Control of Alternaria Leaf Spot of the Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Using Soil‐Derived Biological Agents

S Karonji, NO Odhiambo, JK Muli, J Mugweru… - …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Phaseolus vulgaris L. is considered one of the most essential legume crops in Kenya.
Alternaria alternata is an economically significant plant pathogen that causes Alternaria leaf …

[PDF][PDF] Bridging the gap: Factors influencing farmers' willingness and behaviour in biopesticide application

KN Pithiya, HY Maheta, CR Bharodia… - J. Agricult. Ecol. Res …, 2024 - researchgate.net
Replacing chemical pesticides with biopesticides is crucial for ensuring high-quality
agricultural products and advancing environmental sustainability. This study examines …

Nanobiopesticides as an alternative and sustainable solution to tackle pest outbreaks

M Summer, HM Tahir, S Ali, S Nawaz… - Journal of the Kansas …, 2024 - BioOne
Pest outbreaks are among the major factors that affect agroecosystems, subsequently
leading to the excessive use of fertilizers and toxic pesticides, polluting the environment and …