Fungal Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
128(2), P. 1643 - 1656
Published: Jan. 24, 2024
Microsclerotia
(MS)
are
considered
one
of
the
most
promising
propagules
for
use
as
active
ingredients
in
biopesticides
due
to
their
tolerance
abiotic
factors
and
ability
produce
infective
conidia
control
insect
pests
plant
pathogens.
Therefore,
main
objective
this
research
was
establish
conditions
required
induce
formation
microsclerotia
Metarhizium
robertsii
Mt004
study
its
development
process,
insecticidal
activity
MS-derived
conidia.
M.
started
form
hyphal
aggregates
after
2
days,
structures
looked
more
compact
8
MS
were
mature
pigmented
20
days.
The
final
yield
2.0
×
103
MS/mL,
size
varied
between
356.9
1348.4
μm.
Ultrastructure
analysis
revealed
that
internal
cells
lyse
during
maturation
contained
only
a
few
live
embedded
an
extracellular
matrix.
Conidia
produced
by
Solid
State
Fermentation
(SSF)
on
rice
completely
died
1
h
irradiation
with
UV-B
light,
while
84.7%
remained
viable
4
h.
2.5
times
tolerant
heat
than
conidia,
when
exposed
3
at
50
°C.
Storage
trials
showed
viability
rapidly
dropped
months,
months
storage
°C
18
virulent
grains
against
Diatraea
saccharalis
larvae.
Mature
radiation
from
SSF.
fermentation
process
requires
optimization
increase
reducing
time
maintaining
robustness.
In
general,
these
results
led
conclusion
persistent
efficient
harsh
environmental
conditions.
Our
findings
provide
baseline
production
better
understanding
strains.
Journal of Cotton Research,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
3(1)
Published: Aug. 30, 2020
Abstract
Background
For
controlling
the
resistance
to
insects,
in
particular
carpophagous
and
phyllophagous
caterpillars,
using
chemical
pesticides
has
led
contamination
of
cotton
area
Benin.
Facing
this
problem,
alternative
methods
including
use
entomopathogenic
fungi
as
biopesticide
could
be
a
sound
measure
preserve
environment,
biodiversity
ensure
good
quality
crops.
Previous
studies
have
revealed
insecticidal
potential
Beauveria
bassiana
on
some
insect
pest
species.
However,
little
is
known
about
its
effectiveness
Lepidopteran
pests.
This
review
done
learn
more
B.
bassina
for
application
pests,
especially
Main
body
Different
sections
current
deal
with
related
description
action
modes
against
multi-trophic
interactions
between
plants,
arthropods,
soil
other
microbes,
biological
control
programs
during
last
decade.
Advantages
constraints
applying
challenges
commercialization
bassiana-
based
been
addressed.
In
review,
emphasis
put
targeted
insects
various
regard
their
applicability
cotton.
Conclusion
helps
us
identify
knowledge
gaps
general
species
work
should
supported
by
complementary
laboratory
bioassays,
station
and/or
fields
experiments
effective
management
pests
Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
107(18), P. 5595 - 5612
Published: July 21, 2023
Abstract
Trichoderma
spp.
are
a
genus
of
well-known
fungi
that
promote
healthy
growth
and
modulate
different
functions
in
plants,
as
well
protect
against
various
plant
pathogens.
The
application
its
propagules
biological
control
method
can
therefore
help
to
reduce
the
use
chemical
pesticides
fertilizers
agriculture.
This
review
critically
discusses
analyzes
groundbreaking
innovations
over
past
few
decades
biotechnological
approaches
prepare
active
formulations
containing
.
carrier
substances
is
covered,
emphasizing
their
effects
on
enhancing
shelf
life,
viability,
efficacy
final
product
formulation.
Furthermore,
processing
techniques
such
freeze
drying,
fluidized
bed
spray
drying
highlighted,
enabling
development
stable,
light-weight
formulations.
Finally,
promising
microencapsulation
for
maximizing
performance
during
processes
discussed,
leading
next-generation
multi-functional
Key
points
•
encapsulate
highlighted.
Advances
Trichoderma-containing
discussed.
Current
challenges
future
outlook
Trichoderma-based
context
presented.
Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2019,
Volume and Issue:
49(8), P. 655 - 694
Published: Jan. 20, 2019
Biological
control
agents
are
slowly
and
steadily
replacing
traditional
chemical
pesticides.
Among
them,
fungal
entomopathogens
have
assumed
a
key
role
in
controlling
growing
number
of
pests.
Research
on
has
expanded
constantly
during
the
last
decades,
confirming
real
interest
their
biocontrol
potential.
The
production
by
solid-state
fermentation
arisen
as
sustainable
method,
which
is
becoming
preferred
over
submerged
considering
advantage
using
agro-industrial
wastes
substrates.
This
review
discusses
relevant
studies
entomopathogens,
with
special
processes,
including
reactors
used
operational
conditions,
focusing
mainly
two
most-used
worldwide,
Beauveria
spp.
Trichoderma
