Biological biocides have the potential to reduce plant biotic stresses and boost
development, but they tend to be unstable and degrade quickly. BCAs inhibit plant diseases …

Plant–fungal interactions are widespread in nature, and their multiple benefits for plant
growth and health have been amply demonstrated. Endophytic and epiphytic fungi can …

In recent years, there has been increasing interest in the immobilization of plant growth-
regulating microorganisms in various carriers, showing different degrees of effectiveness …

The genus Metarhizium is comprised of a diverse group of common soil fungi that exhibit
multifunctional lifestyles with varying degrees of saprotrophic, endophytic, and insect …

Fungi in the genus Metarhizium (Hypocreales: Clavicipitaceae) are entomopathogens that
can establish as endophytes and benefit their host plant through growth promotion and …

Several ascomycetous insect‐pathogenic fungi, including species in the genera Beauveria
and Metarhizium, are plant root symbionts/endophytes and are termed as endophytic insect …

The excessive use of agrochemicals in the field to increase production and counteract the
negative effects caused by biotic and abiotic factors has led to a deterioration in soil fertility …

Intensive farming practices have increased the consumption of chemical-based pesticides
and fertilizers thereby creating health issues for humans and animals and also causing a …

Background This study evaluated the shelf life and effectiveness of Metarhizium anisopliae
encapsulated in Na (sodium)-alginate matrix. Air-flow-dried and freeze-dried beads …

Endophytic fungi (EF) are increasingly gaining attention due to the numerous benefits many
species can offer to the plant host, while reducing the application of chemicals in agriculture …