A new frontier in biological defense; plant microbiome as a shield against root feeding nematodes and leverage of crop health

IF 2.8 3区农林科学 Q2 PLANT SCIENCES

Physiological and Molecular Plant Pathology Pub Date : 2025-04-02 DOI:10.1016/j.pmpp.2025.102681

R.R. Gowrisudha , P. Vetrivelkalai , B. Anita , S.K. Manoranjitham , A. Sankari , P.G. Kavitha , K. Devrajan

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Abstract

Endophytic organisms can colonize various parts of their host, including bacteria, fungi, and actinomycetes, which have emerged as promising biocontrol agents against plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs), offering a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. This review explores the diverse roles of endophytes in managing PPN infestations across different crops. We investigate the mechanisms underlying the efficacy of bacterial, fungal, and actinomycete endophytes in nematode control, emphasizing the production of bioactive metabolites as a key factor. Additionally, we discuss the commercialization potential of endophyte-based products and the challenges that hinder their large-scale adoption in agriculture. Finally, we provide insights into future research directions and strategies for maximizing the practical utility of endophytes in nematode management, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative efforts to address existing limitations and unlock the full potential of these beneficial microorganisms as biopesticides.

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Physiological and Molecular Plant Pathology 生物-植物科学

CiteScore

4.30

自引率

7.40%

发文量

130

审稿时长

38 days

期刊介绍： Physiological and Molecular Plant Pathology provides an International forum for original research papers, reviews, and commentaries on all aspects of the molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology, histology and cytology, genetics and evolution of plant-microbe interactions. Papers on all kinds of infective pathogen, including viruses, prokaryotes, fungi, and nematodes, as well as mutualistic organisms such as Rhizobium and mycorrhyzal fungi, are acceptable as long as they have a bearing on the interaction between pathogen and plant.