BIOLOGICAL CONTROL OF PLANT PATHOGENIC FUNGI ISOLATED FROM SOME WILD PLANTS FROM MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA
Abstract
This study focuses on the biological control of plant pathogenic fungi isolated from various wild plants in Madhya Pradesh, India. Plant pathogenic fungi pose a significant threat to agricultural productivity and ecosystem health. This research investigates the potential of naturalantagonists and beneficial microorganisms for suppressing these fungal pathogens. Through isolation, identification, and in vitro testing, the study evaluates the efficacy of selected antagonistic microorganisms in inhibiting the growth of pathogenic fungi. The findings contribute to a better understanding of locally available biological control agents and their potential applications in sustainable agriculture and ecosystem management.
Keywords
Biological control, plant pathogenic fungi, wild plants, antagonistic microorganisms, beneficial microorganisms, Madhya Pradesh, India, sustainable agriculture, ecosystem management, in vitro testing.
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