Bio-management of Postharvest Diseases and Mycotoxigenic Fungi

The book "Bio-Management of Postharvest Diseases and Mycotoxigenic Fungi" explores eco-friendly and non-polluting alternatives to chemical pesticides to manage post-harvest diseases and mycotoxins, highlighting classical and new techniques adopted to control postharvest diseases, fungal spoilage, and mycotoxin decontamination. It provides a comprehensive perspective of the research being conducted in this field and proposes new ideas to ensure a food secure and pesticide-free world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The demand for food is on the rise, yet numerous obstacles hinder the achievement of this goal, including the loss of quality and quantity due to pests, pathogens, and mycotoxins produced by harmful biotic entities. Traditional physical, cultural, and chemical methods have been employed to address these issues, but their environmental impact and potential harm to beneficial microorganisms and pests have raised concerns. As a result, there is a growing need for eco-friendly and non-polluting alternatives to chemical pesticides.

Bio-management of Postharvest Diseases and Mycotoxigenic Fungi delves into the current state and future prospects of utilizing various bio-management techniques that are natural, eco-friendly, and environmentally safe. Its primary objective is to raise awareness about the potential of these techniques and sensitize readers to the diverse aspects of biologicals in pest control.

Key Features:

Highlights classical versus new techniques adopted to manage postharvest diseases.

Discusses novel approaches in managing fungal spoilage and mycotoxin decontamination.

Provides readers with a comprehensive 360-degree perspective of the pre- and post-harvest quality mycotoxin decontamination research being conducted.

Details proposals of new ideas to ensure a food secure and pesticide-free world.

This book disseminates notable and diversified scientific work carried out by leading experts in their respective fields. Written by qualified scientists in each of their respective disciplines, it can serve as a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals in the field.

Weight: 576g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367544287