Harnessing Useful Rhizosphere Microorganisms for Pathogen and Pest Biocontrol

• Main Author: Corne M.J. Pieterse (auth)
• Other Authors: Aurelio Ciancio (auth), Jesus Mercado-Blanco (auth)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Frontiers Media SA 2017
• Series: Frontiers Research Topics
• Subjects: Microbiology (non-medical); induced resistance; omics; Soil Microbiology; Rhizosphere Microbiology; endophyte; symbosis; biocontrol; plant growth promotion; Plant Microbe Interaction
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

Growing demographic trends require sustainable technologies to improve quality and yield of future food productions. However, there is uncertainty about plant protection strategies in many agro-ecosystems. Pests, diseases, and weeds are overwhelmingly controlled by chemicals which pose health risks...