Biofungicides: Eco-Safety and Future Trends

Biofungicides: Eco-Safety and Future Trends
Author: Kamel A. Abd-Elsalam
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 454
Release: 2023-12-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1003829007

The current volume focuses on novel sources of biofungicides, primarily providing complete knowledge of microbial and phytochemical fungicides, studying antifungal activity mechanisms as well as their role in disease management in plants, and fungicide bioremediation. The use of biofungicides as eco-friendly alternative to typical synthetic fungicides is projected to play a significant role in organic farming in the future. Key Features: Discovers novel sources of biofungicides Describes the role of biofungicides in the control of plant diseases Studies antifungal activity mechanisms Explores how to survey and select promising biofungicides

Recent Advances in Biofertilizers and Biofungicides (PGPR) for Sustainable Agriculture

Recent Advances in Biofertilizers and Biofungicides (PGPR) for Sustainable Agriculture
Author: Patricio S. Faylon
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Total Pages: 540
Release: 2014-11-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1443871052

Global concern over the demerits of chemicals in agriculture has diverted the attention of researchers towards using the potential of PGPR in agriculture. This book contains many useful and important research papers pertaining to the use of bio-fertilizers and bio-fungicides for sustainable agriculture. This volume is presented in an easy-to-understand manner,with well-illustrated protocols on the production to commercialization of PGPR. The chapters on commercial potential, trade and regulatory issues among Asian countries are worthwhile additions. As such, this book will prove useful for students, researchers, teachers, and entrepreneurs in the area of PGPR and its allied fields.

Handbook of Agricultural Biotechnology, Volume 3

Handbook of Agricultural Biotechnology, Volume 3
Author: Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2024-03-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119836522

Handbook of AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY This book provides state-of-the-art information about recent advancements in the application of nanobiofungicides for effective management of post-harvest diseases and agricultural fungal diseases, including blights, mildews, molds, and rusts. The book details the formulation and standardization of nanobiofungicides, as well as their application in the management of biotic and abiotic stress. It provides relevant information on the isolation, characterization, purification, and structural characterization of active constituents, using spectroscopic techniques and explains the quarantine and regulatory issues that are associated with nanobiofungicides (derived from plants and other biogenic sources), as well as various regulatory bodies that manage the control of pesticides on agricultural products. Readers will learn about the application of nanobiofungicides when applied as a biocontrol agent against soil-borne and root-borne plant pathogens; the management of mycotoxin; the non-target effect of plant-based nanobiofungicides when applied in the greenhouse and field (such as rate of CO2 evolution, organic carbon content, enzymatic activity, acidic and alkaline phosphatase, dehydrogenases, urease, and protease); and the effect on soil microorganisms using different assay techniques. Furthermore, the book provides information on several plant materials that could serve as nanobiofungicdes, and explains the procedure involved in the characterization of plant-based nanobiofungicides (using TEM, SEM, XRD, EDX, UV, zeta potential, dynamic light-scattering). Finally, it offers a specific illustration on the application of microencapsulation and nanoformulation technology in the synthesis of plant-based nanobiofungicides. Audience The book is a useful resource for a diverse audience, including industrialists, food industry professionals, agriculturists, agricultural microbiologists, plant pathologists, botanists, microbiologists, biotechnologists, nanotechnologists, microbial biotechnologists, farmers, policymakers, and extension workers.

Handbook of Agricultural Biotechnology, Volume 2

Handbook of Agricultural Biotechnology, Volume 2
Author: Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2024-03-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119836492

Handbook of AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY The book provides a detailed examination of the application of nanobioherbicides that come from plants including information on the different metabolites derived from numerous plants that could become bioherbicides. The book gives attention to weed-plant physiology and chronicles the activities of nanobioherbicides on weeds during preliminary bioassays, pot assays, in-house screenings, and during field trials. Furthermore, deep data is provided on the commercial potential of these nanobioherbicides derived from plants, while toxicity assays are also highlighted. Other topics covered include: documented patents on nanobioherbicides; the process involved in the registration of these novel products as nanobioherbicides for both conventional and organic farming; relevant information on the application of molecular techniques for improvement of nanobioherbicides, such as genomics, proteomics, informatics, bioinformatics, and chemoinformatics; details about the non-target effect of the nanobioherbicides. Highlighted, too, is information on the biochemical, enzymatic, and ultrastructural effects of these nanobioherbicides, as well as detailed information on the nutritional qualities of agricultural crops after nanobioherbicidal application. Audience The book is a useful resource for a diverse audience, including industrialists, food industry professionals, agriculturists, agricultural microbiologists, plant pathologists, botanists, microbiologists, biotechnologists, nanotechnologists, microbial biotechnologists, farmers, policymakers, and extension workers.

Nanohybrid Fungicides

Nanohybrid Fungicides
Author: Kamel A Abd-Elsalam
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2023-11-28
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0443239517

Nanohybrid Fungicides: Novel Applications in Plant Pathology addresses the opportunities that nano-based fungicides have in Agriculture.Broken into two parts, this book addresses sustainable alternative in fungal plant diseases management, nanoencapsulation applications in fungicides, nano/biofungicides for controlling fungal plant pathogens, and applications. commercialization and remediation of nano fungicides in plant diseases control.Plant scientists, agriculture and food scientists, as well as professionals and students working in related fields will all benefit from this timely resource.• Explains the role of nanohybrid fungicides in agriculture• Addresses nanoencapsulation applications in fungicides• Explores antifungal potential of Nano and Micro-encapsulated phytochemical compounds• Includes the general applications. commercialization and remediation of nanohybrid fungicides

Entrepreneurship with Microorganisms

Entrepreneurship with Microorganisms
Author: A. C. Shukla
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 510
Release: 2023-11-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 044319050X

Entrepreneurship with Microorganisms explains both the basic science and applications of microbiology and bio-resource technology, shining a special emphasis on its entrepreneurial applications. By focusing on basic principles, current research, and global trends, this comprehensive book provides a critical resource and serves as a complete one-stop source for undergraduate and graduates in microbiology, food, agricultural science, medical science, and industrial microbiology biotechnology. In addition, this book will be helpful in the creation of economic (commercial) value of the microorganism(s) based products and technologies as well as opportunities for new jobs at the global level. - Provides a unique combination of both fundamental industrial microbiology and fermentation content - Includes protocols related to microbes (including fungi, bacteria and viruses) and its entrepreneurship, at a single plate form - Creates insights on how to make microbes monetizable for entrepreneurs who are in the state of confusion about the significance of biotechnology for public health and other bio-products like biofuels, food additives, and food quality improvement - Emphasizes the utilization of the beneficial aspects of microbes in the current scenario of the Covid-19 pandemic - Discusses different modern tools and techniques used for the study of microbial resources for the welfare of human beings

Bioeconomy for Sustainable Development

Bioeconomy for Sustainable Development
Author: Chetan Keswani
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 389
Release: 2019-10-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9811394318

The current era of incredible innovations has made science and technology one of the most powerful tools to meet the goals of incremental prosperity for humans and sustainable development. The development of the biotech industry in any given country is shaped by the characteristics of the technology—particularly its close relation to scientific knowledge—and by country-specific factors—the level and nature of the scientific knowledge base, the institutional set-up, and the role assumed by the government—which influence the country's ability to exploit new opportunities and appropriate the respective results. This book presents an integrated approach for sustained innovation in various areas of biotechnology. Focusing mainly on the industrial, socio-economic and legal implications of biotechnological advances, it examines in detail not only the implications of IPR in omics-based research but also the ethical and intellectual standards and how these can be developed for sustained innovation. Integrating science and business, it offers a peek behind the scenes of the biotech industry and provides a comprehensive analysis of the foundations of the present day industry for students and professionals alike. The book is divided into three parts: Food and Agricultural BiotechnologyIndustrial BiotechnologyPharmaceutical Biotechnology

The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook

The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook
Author: Susan Mulvihill
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2023
Genre: Handbooks and manuals
ISBN: 0760377480

The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook contains all-natural solutions for common problems plaguing your vegetable garden, including plant diseases, disorders, animal pests, and weather woes.