Plant health dynamics in accordance with climate change

Abstract

Climate change is reshaping plant-pathogen dynamics worldwide. Shifts in weather factors like temperature, relative humidity, precipitation, and atmospheric CO₂ are altering pathogen distribution patterns and behavior. Environmental stressors exacerbate plant susceptibility to diseases, leading to increased outbreaks and severity of crop diseases. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for predicting and mitigating future disease outbreaks. In this review paper, the interaction between weather factors and the behavior of plant pathogens with their hosts is discussed. Also, this review highlights the integration of eco-friendly management practices for minimizing environmental degradation and enhancing soil health and biodiversity conservation.