Integrated Management of Plant Pathogens

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to highlight recent research and innovations in integrated pathogen management (IPM) for sustainable and profitable crop production. IPM combines host resistance, cultural practices, biological control, and targeted chemical fungicide application programs. By emphasizing early detection and timely interventions, IPM reduces pathogen populations, minimizes the risk of pathogens developing resistance to fungicides, and ensures compliance with regulations on fungicide residues, thereby enhancing profitability and market access.

This Special Issue also aims to address IPM’s role in building climate resilience by promoting diverse cropping systems that maintain soil health, enhance microbial diversity, conserve beneficial organisms, and support overall ecosystem balance. Contributions exploring advances in biological controls, novel cultural methods, precision fungicide programs, and cutting-edge monitoring and detection tools are encouraged. With this Special Issue, we aim to support sustainable agriculture by securing high yields and food security, minimizing ecological disruption, and adapting to changing environmental conditions. We hope that this Special Issue will be a valuable resource for researchers, agronomists, and policymakers advancing plant disease management.

Dr. Katia Xavier
Guest Editor

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