Biological Control of Plant Pathogens

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-24725-8
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 304 Seiten, Format (B × H): 183 mm x 260 mm, Gewicht: 774 g

This book covers biological control in plant pathology from foundational concepts to commercial applications. It examines biological interactions, environmental factors, pathogen-antagonist relationships, and bioagent production systems, and also includes:

- Comprehensive coverage of biological control foundations and principles in plant pathology

- Detailed analysis of biological interactions including competition, mycoparasitism, and antibiosis

- Systematic examination of factors governing biocontrol success in different environments

- In-depth study of pathogen-antagonist relationships and bioagent compatibility

- Practical guidance on commercial production and delivery systems for biocontrol agents

The book also includes integration strategies for modern farming, biopesticide applications, and regulatory standards for researchers, plant pathologists, and agricultural professionals.

This title has been co-published with Elite Publishing House. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the print edition in India.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate Core

Autoren/Hrsg.

Abuzar, Syed

Kacho, Nassreen Fatima

Tripathi, Pravin Pati

Samal, Prajna

Ashaq, Mohd

Ansari, Zuby

Tiwari, Mahendra Kumar

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Botanik
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften, Biologie: Sachbuch, Naturführer

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface

About the Authors

1. Concept of Biological Control and Its Foundations

- Definitions and Importance of Biological Control in Plant Pathology

- Principles of Plant Disease Management with Bioagents

- History of Biological Control in Agriculture

- Merits and Demerits of Biological Control Approaches

2. Biological Interactions in Plant-Pathogen Control

- Overview of Types of Biological Interactions

- Competition and Mycoparasitism in Biological Control

- Exploitation for Hypovirulence and Rhizosphere Colonization

- Competitive Saprophytic Ability and Antibiosis

- Induced Resistance and Mycorrhizal Associations

- Operational Mechanisms in Biological Control and Their Relevance

3. Factors Governing Biological Control

- Role of Physical Environment in Biocontrol Success

- Influence of Agroecosystem on Pathogen and Antagonist Dynamics

- Operational Mechanisms and Their Impact on Biological Control

- Cultural Practices Enhancing Biocontrol Efficacy

4. Relationships Between Pathogens, Antagonists, and Bioagents

- Ecological and Biochemical Dynamics of Pathogen-Antagonist Relationships

- Biocontrol Agents and Their Comparative Approaches

- Resident vs Introduced Antagonists in Biological Control

- Biological Control of Soil-Borne and Foliar Diseases

- Compatibility of Bioagents with Agrochemicals and Other Microbial Antagonists

5. Commercial Production and Delivery Systems of Bioagents

- Techniques and Processes for Commercial Production of Antagonists

- Delivery Systems for Biocontrol Agents

- Application Strategies and Monitoring of Biocontrol Efficacy

- Challenges in Scaling Production and Deployment

6. Integration of Biological Control in Modern Farming Systems

- Role of Biological Control in Integrated Disease Management (IDM)

- Integration of Biocontrol Agents in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

- Biological Control in Organic Farming Systems

7. Biopesticides and Market Applications

- Overview of Biopesticides in Plant Pathogen Control

- Biopesticides Available in the Market and Their Applications

- Regulatory Standards and Quality Control of Biocontrol Agents

References

Über Autor(innen)

Syed Abuzar possesses a distinguished career spanning 18 years in agricultural sciences, with expertise in Plant Pathology, Nematology, Biocontrol Agents, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in Agriculture. Currently serving as the Head of Regulatory Affairs & Registrations-Asia Pacific at Rovensa Group, based in Malaysia, he has previously held roles at prestigious institutions such as ICAR, DBT, and UGC, contributing significantly to various projects. Dr. Syed has been honored with awards from esteemed scientific societies, recognizing his substantial contributions to the field and his advocacy for the farming community.

Nassreen Fatima Kacho works as Senior Scientist and Head at KVK Kargil-1, SKUAST-K, Ladakh, India. She completed her B.Sc. in Agriculture from SKUAST Jammu, India, and her Postgraduate and Ph.D. degrees in Plant Pathology from SKUAST-K, Shalimar, Srinagar, Kashmir, India. She joined as an Assistant Professor-cum-Junior Scientist in 2009 at the Regional Agriculture Research Station, Kargil, SKUAST-K, India. With 15 years of experience in research and extension activities, her areas of interest include organic plant protection, mushroom cultivation, and biofertilizers. She has been recognized with the Women Scientist Award and holds one patent.

Pravin Pati Tripathi holds B.Sc. (Agriculture) from Purvanchal University, Jaunpur, (UP), India and completed a Master’s Degree in Plant Pathology from T. D. College Jaunpur, India. He has worked at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra as a Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) in the discipline of Plant Protection in 2013 in Arunachal Pradesh, India. He is a member of the Society for Upliftment of Rural Economy and Agricultural Technology Development Society. He is the recipient of an award viz. Best Extension Scientist Award 2017 and 2018, and also received a Commendation certificate from District administration on the occasion of Independence Day 2023 due to his visible performance in Apiculture.

Prajna Samal is research scholar currently pursuing her Ph.D. at Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, India. She completed her B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture from Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, India in 2020 and earned her M.Sc. in Agriculture with a specialization in Plant Pathology from the College of Agriculture, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, India, in 2022. She has successfully cleared the ICAR (AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.)-2023) exam and the ICAR-NET. She has published two research papers in an international journal and one in a national journal. Additionally, she has contributed a few book chapters.

Mohd Ashaq is Associate Professor of Botany in the Higher Education Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government presently posted at Govt Degree College Thannamandi, J&K, India. He completed his M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph. D degrees in Botany with a specialization in Plant Virology from Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India in 1992, 1993, and 1997 respectively. Dr. Ashaq served in Eritrea for 8 years between 2000-2008, finally as Director of Research at Eritrea Institute of Technology, Asmara, State of Eritrea (2006-2008). His publications on Refugees and volunteerism have been translated into French, Portuguese, and Spanish. He is the commissioned member of 5 of 6 IUCN (International Union of Conservation of Nature) commissions. He has presented papers and served as a resource person, invited speaker, and keynote speaker in over 150 conferences, seminars and workshops.

Zuby Gohar Ansari holds Doctorate in Plant Physiology and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at B.M. College of Agriculture, Khandwa, under RVSKVV University, Gwalior, India. Her research focuses on abiotic stress in legume crops during research work.

Mahendra Kumar Tiwari is currently serving as Senior Agriculture Teacher at Government Hussainabad Inter College, Lucknow, India. He holds academic qualifications including M.Sc. (Agricultural Economics), Ph.D. (Agricultural Economics), and B.Ed. in Agriculture. His special interests lie in promoting horticulture, agriculture, animal husbandry, dairy, cooperatives, organic farming, and milk production within his district, and he has always been dedicated to these pursuits. Dr. Tiwari has three years of experience in providing critical training in crop science and horticulture to trainee teachers at the College of Teacher Education, Lucknow (CTE), India, under the State Council of Educational Research and Training, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow (SCERT), India.