Endophytic Trichoderma : Potential and Prospects for Plant Health Management

The fungus is widely regarded as the most common fungal biocontrol agent for plant health management. More than 25 species have been extensively studied and have demonstrated significant potential in inhibiting not only phytopathogen growth but also insect pest infestations. In addition to their use...

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Published in:Pathogens (Basel) 2024-06, Vol.13 (7), p.548
Main Authors: Natsiopoulos, Dimitrios, Topalidou, Eleni, Mantzoukas, Spyridon, Eliopoulos, Panagiotis A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abiotic stress
Agrochemicals
Biological control
Cocoa
Crop production
disease management
Endophytes
endophytic fungi
Environmental impact
Flowers & plants
Fungi
Insects
Nematodes
Organisms
Pathogens
Pest control
Pesticides
Pests
Plant diseases
Plant protection
Production costs
Reagents
Trichoderma
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Summary:The fungus is widely regarded as the most common fungal biocontrol agent for plant health management. More than 25 species have been extensively studied and have demonstrated significant potential in inhibiting not only phytopathogen growth but also insect pest infestations. In addition to their use as biopesticides, there is increasing evidence that several species can function as fungal endophytes by colonizing the tissues of specific plants. This colonization enhances a plant's growth and improves its tolerance to abiotic and biotic stresses. In recent decades, there has been a proliferation of literature on the role of endophytes in crop protection. Although the mechanisms underlying plant-fungal endophyte interactions are not yet fully understood, several studies have suggested their potential application in agriculture, particularly in the mitigation of plant pests and diseases. This review focuses on the diversity of endophytic strains and their potential use in controlling specific diseases and pests of crop plants. endophytes are considered a potential solution to reduce production costs and environmental impact by decreasing reliance on agrochemicals.
ISSN:2076-0817
2076-0817
DOI:10.3390/pathogens13070548