The significant problems caused by soilborne pathogens in crop production worldwide
include reduced crop performance, decreased yield, and higher production costs. In many …

Abstract Development of technologies that improve food productivity without any adverse
impact on the ecosystem is the need of hour. In this context, development of controlled …

In agriculture, current control of pathogens relies mainly on chemical fertilizers and
pesticides. However, alternative solutions are needed due to concerns for public health …

The second most abundant biological macromolecule, next to cellulose is Chitosan. It is a
versatile naturally occurring hydrophilic polysaccharide, derived as a deacetylated form of …

In this literature review, we discuss the various functions of beneficial plant bacteria in
improving plant nutrition, the defense against biotic and abiotic stress, and hormonal …

Soilborne pathogens cause significant economic losses in agricultural production all over
the world. These species can survive for many years in the absence of a host plant by …

Pythium oligandrum, a non-pathogenic soil-inhabiting oomycete, colonizes the root
ecosystem of many crop species. Whereas most members in the genus Pythium are plant …

Among the diversity of plant diseases occurring in aquaponics, soil-borne pathogens, such
as Fusarium spp., Phytophthora spp. and Pythium spp., are the most problematic due to their …

Abstract Space agencies are developing Bioregenerative Life Support Systems (BLSS) in
view of upcoming long-term crewed space missions. Most of these BLSS plan to include …

Soilless systems, such as hydroponics and aquaponics, are gaining popularity as a
sustainable alternative to traditional soil-based agriculture, aiming at maximizing plant …