This chapter discusses Trichoderma biodiversity and potent isolate identification for applying
as a biological control agent. The main modes of action of Trichoderma spp. are described …

Recent shift in trends of agricultural practices from application of synthetic fertilizers and
pesticides to organic farming has brought into focus the use of microorganisms that carryout …

Biocontrol, or Biological Control, can be defined as the use of natural organisms, or
genetically modified, genes or gene products, to reduce the effects of undesirable organisms …

This chapter focuses on some of the biotechnological applications of the genus Trichoderma
in agriculture and the environment. The Trichoderma-pathogen interactions (competition …

Trichoderma spp. belongs to a large group of filamentous fungi. They play a substantial role
in the atmosphere. They are used as natural plant protection agents (biofungicides), along …

Trichoderma is a genus of fungi that are present in all soils, where they are the most
prevalent culturable fungi. They are also the most successful biofungicides used in today's …

Trichoderma has been studied widely. It has been found to play a major role in agricultural
production. Around the world scientists and farmers have taken advantage of this …

Abstract Species of the Genus Trichoderma are widely distributed in almost all climatic
zones of the world, as they have rapid growth rate, are able to assimilate several substrates …

The genus Trichoderma is ubiquitous in the environment, particularly in soils. Trichoderma
species could be readily isolated from soil by all available conventional methods, largely …

The filamentous fungal genus Trichoderma is the most common occurring fungus in soil and
has the ability to colonize and multiply in various habitats. Trichoderma spp. are extensively …