Fungal diversity, ecology and control management

The edited volume provides comprehensive and latest information on fungal biodiversity, its morphological characters, bioactive molecules, pathogenicity and virulence, and its impacts on crop production and sustainable management of agricultural productivity. It includes articles on the ecological significance of fungi and fungal antagonists used as biocontrol agents on other pathogens, making it useful for scientists, undergraduate and graduate students, and industries involved in agricultural research, crop management, and agrochemicals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 637 pages
Publication date: 04 June 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This edited volume offers a comprehensive and up-to-date exploration of fungal biodiversity, encompassing its morphological features, bioactive molecules, pathogenicity and virulence, and its significant impact on crop production and sustainable agricultural productivity. The increasing prevalence of infectious fungal diseases poses a significant threat to agricultural productivity and global food security. To address this challenge, scientists have undertaken extensive efforts to inventory fungal diversity and identify fungal species that serve as pathogens in various plant and human diseases. The identification of potential fungal pathogens is a crucial step in developing effective disease control management programs. Additionally, understanding the intricate interactions between the host-pathogen and the environment is essential. This volume delves into insights on these aspects, including the ecological significance of fungi and the use of fungal antagonists as biocontrol agents against other pathogens. This compilation is valuable for researchers, undergraduate and graduate students, and professionals involved in agricultural research, crop management, and industries that manufacture agrochemicals.

Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811688799
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022