Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The efficiency of global crop production is under threat from microbial pathogens which is likely to be worsened by climate change. Major contributors to plant disease are Pseudomonas syringae (P. syringae) pathovars which affect a variety of important crops. This opinion piece focuses on P. syringae pathovars actinidiae and syringae, which affect kiwifruit and stone fruits, respectively. We discuss some of the current control strategies for these pathogens and highlight recent research developments in combined biocontrol agents such as bacteriophages and combinations of bacteriophages with known anti-microbials such as antibiotics and bacteriocins.
Source: Microbial Biotechnology
Institutions: University of Otago, University of Warwick
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,700
OpenAlex ID: W4403138219