Use of biological control agents for managing fungal pathogens in Solanaceae crops: progress and future perspectives—a review

Sinhle Madlhophe; Udoka Vitus Ogugua; Fikile Nelly Makhubu; Sandiswa Figlan

doi:10.1007/s42452-025-06500-9

Use of biological control agents for managing fungal pathogens in Solanaceae crops: progress and future perspectives—a review

Sinhle Madlhophe, Udoka Vitus Ogugua, Fikile Nelly Makhubu, Sandiswa Figlan

University of South Africa

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Abstract

Solanaceae crops are susceptible to various fungal pathogens, leading to significant yield losses. BCAs such as Trichoderma spp., Bacillus spp., Pseudomonas fluorescens, Beauveria bassiana, and Gliocladium spp. effectively manage fungal diseases in Solanaceae crops. Molecular mechanisms of BCAs involve activation of plant defense pathways and production of antifungal compounds. Integrating BCAs with other disease management strategies enhances their efficacy and reduces reliance on chemical fungicides. Emerging trends in BCA research focus on microbial consortia, endophytic bacteria, and modern biotechnological tools.

Original language	English
Article number	83
Journal	Discover Applied Sciences
Volume	7
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-06500-9
Publication status	Published - Jan 2025
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Agrochemicals
Biocontrol
Integrated management
Solanaceae diseases

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General Chemical Engineering
General Earth and Planetary Sciences
General Engineering
General Environmental Science
General Materials Science
General Physics and Astronomy

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