Biological Control of Microbial Pathogens in Plants
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Microbe Interactions".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 59
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The biological control of plant pathogens has emerged as a key strategy for more sustainable agriculture by reducing reliance on chemical pesticides and mitigating their negative impacts on the environment and human health. Microorganisms such as Bacillus spp., Pseudomonas spp., Streptomyces spp., and Trichoderma spp. have gained prominence in managing plant diseases and pests due to their ability to act through direct mechanisms, such as the production of antimicrobial metabolites, hydrolytic enzymes, and mycoparasitism, as well as indirect mechanisms, including the induction of systemic resistance in plants and the promotion of plant growth. In recent years, advances in applied research, technological development, and product formulation have led to more effective, stable, and field-adapted bioinputs, fostering their adoption in integrated disease management programs. This scenario reflects a global trend of rapid expansion in the biopesticide market, driven by growing demand for safe, innovative agricultural solutions that align with the principles of regenerative agriculture.
Prof. Dr. Leandro Simões Azeredo Gonçalves
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biological control
- microbial pathogens
- plant diseases
- biopesticides
- sustainable agriculture
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