Anthracnose is a severe disease caused by Colletotrichum spp. on several crop species.
Fungal infections can occur both in the field and at the post-harvest stage causing severe …

Fruits and vegetables are susceptible to fungal infections during picking, transportation,
storage and processing, which have a high potential to produce toxins. Fungi and toxins can …

After the Second World War, technological advancements helped to develop agriculture and
meet urgent food needs. The green revolution was based on the cultivation of new high …

This study evaluated the efficacy of direct and indirect cold plasma treatment on banana
crown rot, and its effect on the physicochemical properties of the fruit. Bananas were …

Abstract Background In Indonesia, the postharvest fruit loss is 25%, so the economic loss
from the export of various fruits is estimated at US $58,966,861. One of the causes for the …

These days, two important issues are causing concern in the global community: the
alarmingly growing trend of the human population and the issue of food security. To this end …

The use of RNA interference (RNAi) technology to control pests is explored by researchers
globally. Even though RNA is a new class of pest control compound unlike conventional …

Bacillus velezensis HNA3 displayed dual bioactivities as a plant growth promoter and a
biocontrol agent against five isolated post-harvest phytopathogens: Alternaria alternata …

Agricultural food production is greatly affected by postharvest diseases worldwide, such as
the diseases caused by Alternaria species, which are very common in several crops. The …

Fungal diseases pose a significant threat to agriculture, human well-being, and the
environment. Conventional approaches to fungal disease management, such as chemical …