Plant Pathology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 16, 2025
ABSTRACT
Tomato
(
Solanum
lycopersicum
)
is
one
of
the
most
important
vegetable
crops,
highly
valued
for
its
nutritional
content
and
industrial
applications.
However,
it
susceptible
to
infections
caused
by
over
200
pathogens.
Pesticides
have
traditionally
been
a
reliable
option
controlling
pathogen
invasions
in
but
their
harmful
effects
are
well
documented.
An
alternative
pesticide
use
biological
control.
This
review
focuses
on
recent
research
microbiological
control
strategies
tomato
crops.
The
bacteria
manage
foliar
diseases
has
shown
great
potential,
particularly
species
from
genera
Bacillus
Pseudomonas
,
which
widely
studied
between
2016
2023.
Additionally,
fungi
genus
Trichoderma
play
crucial
role
as
agents,
they
enhance
nutrient
solubilisation
uptake
plants.
Another
promising
approach
managing
crop
involves
plant‐derived
extracts
essential
oils.
highlights
several
successful
examples
microorganisms
plant
that
emerged
effective
alternatives
disease
production.
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
290, P. 117730 - 117730
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Verticillium
dahliae
is
highly
prone
to
pathogenic
differentiation
and
influenced
by
host
cotton's
resistance.
To
better
understand
the
mechanisms
of
this
phenomenon,
we
applied
selective
pressures
resistant
susceptible
cotton
varieties
on
V.
strain
Vd076
within
an
artificial
wilt
nursery
greenhouse.
Consequently,
among
offspring
strains,
high
virulence
strains
exhibited
higher
levels
physiological
characteristics
genetic
diversity
compared
moderate
low
strains.
Moreover,
whole
genome
resequencing
revealed
that
Ka/Ks
ratio
single
nucleotide
polymorphism
(SNPs)
in
majority
was
about
0.6,
indicating
adverse
selection
impact
Pathogenicity
assays
demonstrated
triggered
continuous
induction
disease-resistant
cultivar
increased
from
4th
generation
reached
its
peak
6th
generation.
Additionally,
transcriptome
analysis
generations
differentially
expressed
genes
(DEGs)
accumulated
a
significant
number
response
associated
with
pathogen
pathogenicity
differentiation,
including
mitogen-activated
protein
kinase
(MAPK)
signaling
pathway,
amino
antibiotic
biosynthesis,
phenylpropanoid
metabolism.
Furthermore,
VDAG_04757,
VDAG_06462,
VDAG_03218,
VDAG_08487
correlation
dahliae.
Collectively,
study
has
implications
for
elucidating
evolution
induced
host,
as
well
advancing
holistic
strategies
preventing
managing
disease.
Molecular Plant Pathology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
26(2)
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
Plant
resistance
to
pathogens
can
be
significantly
enhanced
through
genetic
modification,
thereby
reducing
the
reliance
on
chemical
pesticides.
CONSTITUTIVE
EXPRESSER
OF
PATHOGENESIS‐RELATED
GENES
5
(CPR5)
serves
as
a
key
negative
regulator
of
plant
immunity.
Here
we
explored
functional
domains
CPR5
protein
with
goal
dampening
its
activity
bolster
Using
hexapeptide
asparagine–alanine–alanine–isoleucine–arginine–serine
(NAAIRS)
linker‐scanning
analysis,
identified
heptad
repeat
domain
(HRD)
in
middle
region
protein,
which
is
highly
conserved
across
kingdom.
The
HRD
predicted
form
an
α‐helix
structure
and
acts
interface
for
dimerization.
Intriguingly,
overexpression
Arabidopsis
wild‐type
plants
resulted
phenotype
similar
cpr5
mutant
led
enhancement
immunity,
indicating
that
introduced
HRDs
disrupt
native
dimers,
relieving
suppression
Furthermore,
expression
under
control
pathogen‐inducible
promoter
improved
cotton
Verticillium
dahliae
,
destructive
wilt
pathogen
affecting
production
worldwide.
These
findings
suggest
downregulating
by
could
promising
approach
strengthening
Remote Sensing,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(13), P. 3373 - 3373
Published: July 1, 2023
In
order
to
address
the
challenge
of
early
detection
cotton
verticillium
wilt
disease,
naturally
infected
plants
in
field,
which
were
divided
into
five
categories
based
on
degree
disease
severity,
have
been
investigated
this
study.
Canopies
analyzed
with
spectral
data
measured,
and
various
preprocessing
techniques,
including
multiplicative
scatter
correction
(MSC)
MSC-continuous
wavelet
analysis
algorithms,
used
predict
severity.
With
a
combination
support
vector
machine
(SVM)
models
such
optimization
algorithms
as
genetic
algorithm
(GA),
grid
search
(GS),
particle
swarm
(PSO),
grey
wolf
optimizer
(GWO),
grading
model
was
established
The
study
results
show
that
MSC-PSO-SVM
outperforms
other
three
terms
classification
accuracy,
macro
precision,
recall,
F1-score
are
80%,
81.26%,
79.57%,
respectively.
Among
those
eight
constructed
basis
continuous
analyses
using
mexh
db3,
MSC-db3(23)-PSO-SVM
MSC-db3(23)-GWO-SVM
perform
best,
latter
having
shorter
running
time.
An
overall
evaluation
shows
is
an
optimal
model,
values
its
indicators
being
91.2%,
92.02%,
91.16%,
Moreover,
under
prediction
accuracy
levels
1
5
has
achieved
highest
rate
100%,
88%
level
2
lowest
84%
both
3
4.
These
demonstrate
it
effective
use
technology
classifying
satisfying
needs
field
grading.
This
provides
new
approach
for
offered
theoretical
prevention,
precise
drug
application,
instrument
development
disease.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(2), P. 1346 - 1346
Published: Jan. 22, 2024
DVL
is
one
of
the
small
polypeptides
which
plays
an
important
role
in
regulating
plant
growth
and
development,
tissue
differentiation,
organ
formation
process
coping
with
stress
conditions.
So
far,
there
has
been
no
comprehensive
analysis
expression
profile
function
cotton
gene.
According
to
previous
studies,
a
candidate
gene
related
development
fuzz
was
screened,
belonging
family,
trichomes
Arabidopsis
thaliana.
However,
identification
systematic
have
not
conducted.
In
this
study,
we
employed
bioinformatics
approaches
conduct
novel
structural
characteristics,
phylogenetic
tree,
structure,
pattern,
evolutionary
relationship,
selective
pressure
family
members
four
species.
A
total
117
genes
were
identified,
including
39
G.
hirsutum.
Based
on
analysis,
protein
sequences
categorized
into
five
distinct
subfamilies.
Additionally,
successfully
mapped
these
onto
chromosomes
visually
represented
their
structure
information.
Furthermore,
predicted
presence
cis-acting
elements
hirsutum
characterized
repeat
types
Moreover,
computed
Ka/Ks
ratio
homologous
across
species
elucidated
acting
genes.
addition,
described
patterns
using
RNA-seq
data,
verified
correlation
between
GhMDVL3
through
VIGS
technology,
found
that
some
may
be
involved
resistance
biotic
abiotic
conditions
qRT-PCR
technology.
potential
interaction
network
constructed
by
WGCNA,
our
findings
demonstrated
GhM_A05G1032
interact
numerous
genes,
thereby
playing
crucial
development.
This
research
significantly
contributed
comprehension
upland
cotton,
establishing
solid
basis
for
future
investigations
functional
aspects
cotton.
BMC Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: May 20, 2024
Abstract
Background
Verticillium
wilt,
caused
by
the
fungus
dahliae
,
is
a
soil-borne
vascular
fungal
disease,
which
has
great
losses
to
cotton
yield
and
quality
worldwide.
The
strain
KRS010
was
isolated
from
seed
of
wilt-resistant
Gossypium
hirsutum
cultivar
“Zhongzhimian
No.
2.”
Results
broad-spectrum
antifungal
activity
various
pathogenic
fungi
as
Botrytis
cinerea
Fusarium
spp.,
Colletotrichum
Magnaporthe
oryzae
inhibition
rate
V.
mycelial
growth
73.97%
84.39%
respectively
through
confrontation
test
volatile
organic
compounds
(VOCs)
treatments.
identified
Bacillus
altitudinis
phylogenetic
analysis
based
on
complete
genome
sequences,
physio-biochemical
characteristics
were
detected,
including
growth-promoting
ability
active
enzymes.
Moreover,
control
efficiency
against
wilt
93.59%.
After
treatment
with
culture,
biomass
reduced.
in
group
(Vd991
alone)
30.76-folds
higher
than
that
(KRS010+Vd991).
From
molecular
biological
aspect,
could
trigger
plant
immunity
inducing
systemic
resistance
(ISR)
activated
salicylic
acid
(SA)
jasmonic
(JA)
signaling
pathways.
Its
extracellular
metabolites
VOCs
inhibited
melanin
biosynthesis
.
In
addition,
had
been
characterized
promote
growth.
Conclusions
This
study
indicated
B.
beneficial
microbe
potential
for
controlling
cotton,
well
promoting
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: April 22, 2024
Introduction
Bacillus
velezensis
occurs
extensively
in
the
soil
environment.
It
produces
a
range
of
antimicrobial
compounds
that
play
an
important
role
field
biological
control.
However,
during
actual
application
process
it
is
often
affected
by
factors
such
as
medium
formulation
and
fermentation
conditions,
therefore
biocontrol
measures
do
not
achieve
their
expected
outcomes.
Methods
In
this
study,
B.
BHZ-29
strain
was
used
research
object.
The
carbon
nitrogen
sources,
inorganic
salts
affect
number
viable
bacteria
antibacterial
potency
BHZ-29,
were
screened
single
factor
test.
A
Plackett–Burman
design
experiment
conducted
to
determine
significant
affecting
potency,
Box–Behnken
obtain
optimal
growth
BHZ-29.
formula
produced
highest
most
substances
determined.
initial
pH,
temperature,
amount
inoculant,
liquid
volume,
shaking
speed,
culture
time
determined
had
influence
on
selected
orthogonal
titer.
Results
Molasses,
peptone,
magnesium
sulfate
effects
count
titer
increased
from
7.83
×
10
9
2.17
CFU/mL,
111.67
153.13
mm/mL
when
media
used.
conditions
for
follows:
temperature
25.57°C,
pH
7.23,
95.90
h,
rotation
speed
160
rpm,
inoculant
2%,
volume
100
ml.
After
optimization
3.39
bacteriostatic
158.85
mm/ml.
plant
height
leaf
cotton
plants
treated
with
broth
higher
than
those
inoculated
Verticillium
dahliae
.
1.15
7
CFU/g,
fungi
1.60
5
spores/g.
disease
index
seedlings
optimized
2.2,
control
effect
93.8%
achieved.
could
reduce
wilt
controlling
disease.
best
achieved
treatment
group
inoculation
concentration
2
8
CFU/ml,
14.50,
84.18%
Discussion
parameters
lay
foundation
practical
production
agriculture.
Phytopathology Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
7(1)
Published: Jan. 2, 2025
Abstract
Cotton
(
Gossypium
spp.)
is
grown
worldwide
owing
to
the
vast
economic
value
of
its
natural
fiber.
However,
widespread
and
destructive
soilborne
pathogen,
Verticillium
dahliae
,
causes
wilt,
leading
severe
yield
losses
reduced
fiber
quality
cotton.
The
ability
V.
perceive
infect
cotton
determines
outcome
their
interactions.
employs
diverse
defense
mechanisms
evade
or
suppress
plant
immunity,
ultimately
establishing
a
proliferation
niche.
Evading
immunity
by
suppressing
host
recognition
successive
immune
signaling
successful
infection
strategy
employed
various
microbial
pathogens,
posing
significant
challenge
effectively
utilizing
hereditary
resistance
genes
in
sustainable
disease
management.
This
review
focused
on
summarizing
“effectors”
molecular
effectors
corresponding
plants.
Furthermore,
it
highlighted
potential
for
engineering
plants
against
aiming
provide
reference
creation
disease-resistant
germplasm
resources
genome
editing
other
methods.
Journal of Phytopathology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
173(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
Brinjal
(
Solanum
melongena
L.),
an
important
solanaceous
vegetable
valued
for
its
rich
nutritional
profile
and
potential
health
benefits,
is
widely
cultivated
in
the
tropical
subtropical
regions
of
world.
Existing
food
security
concerns
are
exacerbated
due
to
rise
soil
borne
pathogens,
a
direct
consequence
global
warming,
increasing
risk
crop
diseases.
Among
these,
Fusarium
wilt,
caused
by
multiple
species
,
very
serious
severity
persistent
nature.
Traditional
control
measures,
including
cultural,
biological
chemical
approaches,
have
proven
inadequate,
highlighting
need
resistant
cultivars.
The
current
study
focused
on
identifying
fungal
pathogen
associated
with
brinjal
employing
morpho‐cultural
identification,
molecular
characterisation
sequencing
DNA
barcoding
internal
transcribed
spacer
(ITS)
β‐tubulin
pathogenicity
assays
isolate.
oxysporum
f.
sp.
melongenae
was
identified
as
vascular
wilt
brinjal.
evaluated
90
diverse
genotypes,
released
varieties
local
landraces
brinjal,
related
wild
resistance
against
screening
under
field
conditions.
Confirmatory
evaluation
disease
reaction
done
artificially
inoculated
conditions
pots.
Percent
incidence
(PDI),
area
progress
curve
(AUDPC)
stairs
(AUDPS)
were
used
identify
sources
understand
progression
patterns.
Three
genotypes
namely
Swarna
Mani,
S.
sisymbriifolium
torvum
highly
seven
G‐17,
Pink,
CH‐151,
Sidhasar
Local,
Special
Muktakeshi,
H‐183
Pink
Shiny
Medium
Long
found
both
pot
Resistant
exhibited
distinct
variations
hold
significant
breeding
programs
aimed
at
enhancing
resilience
threat
posed
species.
Plant Science Today,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 12, 2025
Cotton
is
primarily
cultivated
for
its
commercial
fiber,
which
plays
a
significant
role
in
India’s
agro-industrial
sector.
It
one
of
the
primary
raw
materials
producing
feed,
oil,
and
biofuel.
Currently,
farmers
India
widely
employ
machine
harvesters
to
harvest
cotton.
However,
excessive
leaf
vegetation
poses
challenges
boll
picking,
adversely
affecting
fiber
quality
reducing
mechanical
harvesting
efficiency.
Various
chemical
defoliants
are
applied
remove
leaves
before
address
this
issue.
These
promote
shedding,
minimize
debris
cotton,
enhance
opening
picking
Thidiazuron
potent
hormonal
defoliant
used
cotton
induce
defoliation
by
increasing
ethylene
production
while
inhibiting
synthesis
transport
auxins.
Notably,
it
interferes
with
crosstalk
between
phytohormones,
such
as
cytokinin
ethylene,
regulates
defoliation.
The
method
timing
application
crucial
improving
This
review
aims
provide
clear
understanding
thidiazuron’s
synchronizing
harvests,
ultimately
supporting
mechanization
harvesting.