The rhizosphere is undoubtedly the most complex microhabitat, comprised of an integrated
network of plant roots, soil, and a diverse consortium of bacteria, fungi, eukaryotes, and …

Reclamation of pesticide-polluted lands has long been a difficult endeavour. The use of
synthetic pesticides could not be restricted due to rising agricultural demand. Pesticide …

Botrytis cinerea is a phytopathogenic fungus responsible for economic losses from USD 10
to 100 billion worldwide. It affects more than 1400 plant species, thus becoming one of the …

Siderophores are compounds secreted under low iron stress, which act as specific ferric iron
chelating agents. Owing to their potential in the biological control of fungal phytopathogens …

Stripe rust (caused by Puccinia striiformis tritici) is one of the most devastating diseases of
wheat. The most effective ways to control stripe rust are the use of resistant cultivars and the …

Soilborne pathogens affect plant growth and food production worldwide. The application of
chemical fertilizers and pesticides to control plant diseases has harmful effects; fortunately …

Bacterial endophytes thriving in the apoplast could be tailored to withstand environmental
challenges, thereby contributing to plant stress resilience. Developing plant growth …

Different aspects of bacterial and fungal siderophore biotechnological applications will be
discussed. Areas of application presented include, but are not limited to agriculture …

Plant-growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) are gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to
current agrochemicals. This study evaluated the impact of three Bacillus spp.(5PB1, 1PB1 …

Siderophores are small metal chelators synthesized by numerous organisms to access iron.
These secondary metabolites are ubiquitously present on Earth, and because their …