Management of Fungal Plant Pathogens

By A.E. Perello and Perello Arya

This book reviews research into pathogenic fungi in a diverse selection of economically important crops, including fruits and cereals. The establishment and management of fungal plant diseases, using conventional and ecofriendly methods is discussed with an emphasis on the use of microorganisms and biotechnology. Chapters also examine the role of microbes in growth promotion, as bioprotectors and bioremediators and presents practical strategies for using microbes as well as botanicals in sustainable agriculture. Providing knowledge of plant-pathogen interactions, management strategies and techniques, this will be a useful resource for students, researchers and extension workers in biology and plant pathology.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1845936035
• ISBN13: 9781845936037
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Cab International
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 2.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.8" x 9.6"