Biological Control of Oomycete Soilborne Diseases Caused by<i>Phytophthora capsici, Phytophthora infestans</i>, and<i>Phytophthora nicotianae</i>in Solanaceous Crops

Abstract

several pathways, resulting in enhanced defense responses in their hosts. Along with plant protection, some of the microorganisms promote plant growth, thereby enhancing their beneficial relations with host plants. Although the beneficial effects of the biocontrol microorganisms are acceptable, single applications of antagonistic microorganisms tend to lack consistent efficacy compared with chemical analogues. Therefore, strategies to improve the biocontrol performance of these prominent antagonists are also discussed in this review.

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