Vivent Biosignals’ Post

In recent years, the pink bollworm has developed resistance to conventional insecticides, leading to increased reliance on alternative pest management strategies such as genetically modified (GM) crops like Bt cotton. Bt cotton produces a protein toxic to certain insect pests, including the pink bollworm, thereby reducing the need for chemical insecticides and offering an effective means of pest control. However, despite the adoption of Bt cotton, the pink bollworm remains a significant challenge for cotton farmers, particularly due to the development of resistance to Bt toxins in some regions. Integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, including the use of pheromone traps, cultural practices, and biological control agents, are also employed to manage pink bollworm populations and minimize crop damage. Additionally, ongoing research and monitoring efforts are essential to develop sustainable and effective management strategies for this persistent pest. #cotton

Bacillus thuringiensis as an alternative to control Coleoptera pests 🔎 🐛 Bt is known for producing a wide number of proteins that are specific against insect species from different orders, such as Lepidoptera, Diptera, and Coleoptera. 🔶 🔷 The best known crystal Bt proteins with activity against coleopterans are the Cry3, Cry7, Cry8, Gpp34/Tpp35 and Mpp23/ Xpp37. In addition, Bt produces some other insecticidal factors specific to coleopteran pests such as the secreted insecticidal proteins (Mpp5), or the binary Vpb1/Vpa2 proteins. Some of the Bt-based products that can be found in the market are biological pesticides in which active matter is based on Bt morrisoni strains or Bt crops expressing coleopteran active proteins. https://lnkd.in/dzVaU-KZ #Biopesticides #Sustainability #Biocontrol #InnovativeSolutions

🌱 Trichoderma: A Highly Effective Biological Solution To Control Plant Pathogens and Future of Organic Farming 🌱 Anand Agro Care is thrilled to introduce "Dermus," our top-selling product with viable conidia of Trichoderma viride! Here's why Dermus is a game-changer: Boosts Plant Growth: Enhances plant growth through hormone crosstalk. Fights Diseases: Competes, parasitizes, and inhibits plant pathogens. Activates Natural Resistance: Secretes metabolites that strengthen plant defenses. Explore some stunning glimpses from our lab culture below where it (Trichoderma viride -Green Coloured) shows antagonism against plant pathogen Fusarium oxysporum (white coloured). Join us in promoting sustainable agriculture! 🌿 #OrganicFarming #PlantHealth #SustainableAgriculture #Trichoderma #Dermus #AnandAgroCare#Biofungicide#Plant Growth Promoter#Fungus#Plant Pathogen#Biocontrol Agent

Today we announced the successful completion of a project with Bayer | Crop Science to identify novel sources of genetic resistance to Asian soybean rust (ASR). Launched in 2018, this project has been successful in identifying new, environmentally-friendly protection to ASR. The positive outcomes were achieved with support from our skilled, dedicated partners at Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Bayer | Crop Science, and The Sainsbury Laboratory. The efforts will help Bayer to advance new, targeted strategies against ASR that will benefit #soybean #farmers in the US, Brazil, and beyond. ASR is caused by the airborne fungus, Phakopsora pachyrhizi, and can lead to rapid crop losses of up to 90% within just 3 weeks of initial infection. Since 2001, it has inflicted losses of more than $10 Billion USD! You can read more about the project and ASR here: https://lnkd.in/eBRstMXU #agriculture #foodsecurity #partnerships #innovation

🔬 Exploring the Antagonistic Effect of Trichoderma on Stemphylium vesicarium in Plant Protection 🌱 In the realm of sustainable agriculture, biological control agents like Trichoderma spp. and beneficial bacterial agents are proving to be game-changers. Recently, I delved into the fascinating interaction between Trichoderma and the phytopathogenic fungus Stemphylium vesicarium, known for causing leaf blight in a onion. Different strains evaluate against the test pathogen are mentioned below: T1 = Trichoderma harzianum T2 = Trichoderma viridae T3 = Trichoderma hamatum T4 = Trichoderma asperellum T5 = Bacillus subtilis T6 = Pseudomonas fluorescens T7 = MPKV fungal consortia T8 = Control

Can reduced-lethal risk insecticides show sub-lethal and transgenerational effects on beneficial insects? Buprofezin, cyantraniliprole, and spiromesifen are known as reduced‐lethal risk insecticides on several beneficial insects in agriculture. In this paper, we discuss our results about the sublethal and transgenerational effects of buprofezin, cyantraniliprole, and spiromesifen on Macrolophus basicornis (Hemiptera: Miridae), an important predator of the whitefly Bemisia tabaci (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae). ✅ Access this article here: https://lnkd.in/dxQhWxTw Thaís Fagundes Matioli Emile Rabelo Pedro Takao Yamamoto Mariana Rosa #IPM #pesticides #conservation_biological_control

Trichoderma is mainly used to control Soil-borne disease as well as some leaf and panical disease of various plants. Basically, it is not only used to prevent only disease. but, it also helps to enhance the growth of plants. Trichoderma reduces Pythium, fusarium, and Rhizoctonia. Trichoderma enzyme only attack the harmful soil bacteria and fungi. Trichoderma is a @biopesticide. Trichoderma has been used successfully as a biocontrol agent a variety of fungal pathogen as well as some bacterial pathogens. #organic #biopesticides #sustainable agriculture

Anti-science vandals destroy Italy’s first open field trial with gene-edited rice to test resistance against fungal disease Vandals uprooted the fungus-resistant Arborio rice, which was being tested in the country’s first ever field trial of a CRISPR-edited crop. Euroseeds strongly condemns the destruction of Italy’s first open field trial of gene-edited rice, which was targeted by vandals on June 21 in northern Italy. The experimental field trial, aimed at testing the resistance of the gene-edited rice to fungal diseases, represented a significant step forward for sustainable and productive agriculture. https://lnkd.in/gBtmTqsG. https://lnkd.in/gQ9mq5Kz https://lnkd.in/gzpU-SjY https://lnkd.in/gNwj2Hnv

Check out the latest #APSwebinar! Join the webinar on August 28 for an in-depth look at evolving #mycotoxin control strategies. Explore cutting-edge research on mycotoxin contamination in crops and learn about effective pre- and post-harvest management techniques. Don't miss this opportunity to optimize your current practices.  https://bit.ly/4bUn4bz

Will you be interested in a new chemical called Fluopyram ? Below I allow myself to enumerate 2 of its core features to help remind you of this special element : - Fluopyram extraordinarily has double indentity of Nematicide and Fungicide that enable itself to acquire an incredibly wide range of application. It can be used on more than 70 crops to prevent and control diseases caused by various fungus and nematodes - Fluopyram is the 1st nematicide that acts by inhibiting SDH (succinodehydrogenase), and the 1st nematicide with low toxicity to users and the environment. It’s expected to be the pillar product in the future strategic layout of nematode control.