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Steglińska A, Nowak A, Janas R, Grzesik M, Śmigielski K, Kręgiel D, Gutarowska B. Chitosan as an Antimicrobial, Anti-Insect, and Growth-Promoting Agent for Potato ( Solanum tuberosum L.) Plants. Molecules 2024; 29:3313. [PMID: 39064892 PMCID: PMC11280303 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29143313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2024] [Revised: 07/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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A growing trend in plant protection is replacing chemical preparations with environmentally friendly biological compositions. Chitosan, due to its biocompatibility, biodegradability, and bioactivity, is an effective agent against plant diseases. The purpose of the study was to evaluate chitosan as a potential biopesticide for potato plants. Three variants of chitosan were tested: high (310-375 kDa, >75% deacetylated), medium (190-310 kDa, 75-85% deacetylated), and low (50-190 kDa, 75-85% deacetylated) molecular weight. The chitosan variants were dissolved in lactic and succinic acids and tested for antibacterial and antifungal properties against eight strains of mould and two strains of bacteria responsible for potato diseases. The possible cytotoxicity of chitosan was evaluated against different cell lines: insect Sf-9, human keratinocyte HaCaT, and human colon carcinoma Caco-2. The bioprotective activities of the chitosan were also evaluated in situ on potato tubers. Chitosan inhibited the growth of almost all the selected phytopathogens. The most active was medium molecular chitosan in lactic acid. This formula was characterized by low toxicity towards human cells and high toxicity towards Sf-9 cells. It was also found to have positive effects on the growth of stems and roots, gas exchange, and chlorophyll index in potato plants. Selected chitosan formulation was proposed as a functional biopesticide for potato protection against phytopathogens.
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- Aleksandra Steglińska
- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530 Łódź, Poland; (A.N.); (K.Ś.); (D.K.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530 Łódź, Poland; (A.N.); (K.Ś.); (D.K.)
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- The National Institute of Horticultural Research, Konstytucji 3 Maja 1/3, 96-100 Skierniewice, Poland; (R.J.); (M.G.)
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- The National Institute of Horticultural Research, Konstytucji 3 Maja 1/3, 96-100 Skierniewice, Poland; (R.J.); (M.G.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530 Łódź, Poland; (A.N.); (K.Ś.); (D.K.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530 Łódź, Poland; (A.N.); (K.Ś.); (D.K.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530 Łódź, Poland; (A.N.); (K.Ś.); (D.K.)
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Chakchouk-Mtibaa A, Mechri S, Cheffi Azabou M, Triki MA, Smaoui S, Mellouli L. The novel bacteriocin BacYB1 produced by Leuconostoc mesenteroides YB1: From recent analytical characterization to biocontrol Verticillium dahliae and Agrobacterium tumefaciens. Microb Pathog 2024; 192:106680. [PMID: 38729380 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2024.106680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 04/29/2024] [Accepted: 05/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024]
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Biocontrol of phytopathogens involving the use of bioactive compounds produced by lactic acid bacteria (LAB), is a promising approach to manage many diseases in agriculture. In this study, a lactic acid bacterium designated YB1 was isolated from fermented olives and selected for its antagonistic activity against Verticillium dahliae (V. dahliae) and Agrobacterium tumefaciens (A. tumefaciens). Based on the 16S rRNA gene nucleotide sequence analysis (1565 pb, accession number: OR714267), the new isolate YB1 bacterium was assigned as Leuconostoc mesenteroides YB1 (OR714267) strain. This bacterium produces an active peptide "bacteriocin" called BacYB1, which was purified in four steps. Matrix-assisted lasers desorption/ionization (MALDI) time-of-flight (TOF) mass spectrometry (MS) based approach was performed to identify and characterize BacYB1. The exact mass was 5470.75 Da, and the analysis of the N-terminal sequence (VTRASGASTPPGTASPFKTL) of BacYB1 revealed no significant similarity to currently available antimicrobial peptides. The BacYB1 displayed a bactericidal mode of action against A. tumefaciens. The potentiel role of BacYB1 to supress the growth of A. tumefaciens was confirmed by live-dead cells viability assay. In pot experiments, the biocontrol efficacy of BacYB1 against V. dahliae wilt on young olive trees was studied. The percentage of dead plants (PDP) and the final mean symptomes severity (FMS) of plants articifialy infected by V. dahliae and treated with the pre-purified peptide BacYB1 (preventive and curative treatments) were significantly inferior to untreated plants. Biochemical analysis of leaves of the plants has shown that polyophenols contents were highly detected in plants infected by V. dahliae and the highest contents of chlorophyl a, b and total chlorophyll were recorded in plants treated with the combination of BacYB1 with the biofertilisant Humivital. BacYB1 presents a promising alternative for the control of Verticillium wilt and crown gall diseases.
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- Ahlem Chakchouk-Mtibaa
- Laboratory of Microbial and Enzymes Biotechnology and Biomolecules (LMEBB), Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax (CBS), University of Sfax-Tunisia, Road of Sidi Mansour Km 6, P. O. Box 1177, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Microbial and Enzymes Biotechnology and Biomolecules (LMEBB), Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax (CBS), University of Sfax-Tunisia, Road of Sidi Mansour Km 6, P. O. Box 1177, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Improvement and Protection of Olive Tree Genetic Resources, Olive Tree Institute, University of Sfax, Sfax, 3038, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Improvement and Protection of Olive Tree Genetic Resources, Olive Tree Institute, University of Sfax, Sfax, 3038, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Microbial and Enzymes Biotechnology and Biomolecules (LMEBB), Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax (CBS), University of Sfax-Tunisia, Road of Sidi Mansour Km 6, P. O. Box 1177, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Microbial and Enzymes Biotechnology and Biomolecules (LMEBB), Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax (CBS), University of Sfax-Tunisia, Road of Sidi Mansour Km 6, P. O. Box 1177, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia.
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Sobolewska E, Borowski S, Kręgiel D. Cultivation of yeasts on liquid digestate to remove organic pollutants and nutrients and for potential application as co-culture with microalgae. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 362:121351. [PMID: 38838535 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.121351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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In this study, the growth of yeast and yeast-like fungi in the liquid digestate from vegetable wastes was investigated in order to remove nutrients and organic pollutants, and for their application as co-culture members with green microalgae. The studied yeast strains were characterized for their assimilative and enzymatic profiles as well as temperature requirements. In the first experimental stage, the growth dynamics of each strain were determined, allowing to select the best yeasts for further studies. In the subsequent stage, the ability of selectants to remove organic pollutants was assessed. Different cultivation media containing respectively 1:3, 1:1, 3:1 vol ratio of liquid digestate and the basal minimal medium were used. Among all tested yeast strains, Rhodotorula mucilaginosa DSM 70825 showed the most promising results, demonstrating the highest potential for removing organic substrates and nutrients. Depending on the medium, this strain achieved 50-80% sCOD, 45-60% tVFAs, 21-45% TN, 33-52% PO43- reduction rates. Similar results were obtained for the strain Candida sp. OR687571. The high nutrient and organics removal efficiency by these yeasts could likely be linked to their ability to assimilate xylose (being the main source of carbon in the liquid digestate). In culture media containing liquid digestate, both yeast strains achieved good viability and proliferation potential. In the liquid digestate medium, R. mucilaginosa and Candida sp. showed vitality at the level of 51.5% and 45.0%, respectively. These strains seem to be a good starting material for developing effective digestate treatment strategies involving monocultures and/or consortia with other yeasts or green microalgae.
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- Ewelina Sobolewska
- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530, Lodz, Poland; Interdisciplinary Doctoral School, Lodz University of Technology, Żeromskiego 116, 90-924, Lodz, Poland.
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530, Lodz, Poland.
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530, Lodz, Poland.
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Vasundaradevi R, Sarvajith M, Somashekaraiah R, Gunduraj A, Sreenivasa MY. Antagonistic properties of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum MYSVB1 against Alternaria alternata: a putative probiotic strain isolated from the banyan tree fruit. Front Microbiol 2024; 15:1322758. [PMID: 38404595 PMCID: PMC10885809 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1322758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024] Open
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Alternaria alternata, a notorious phytopathogenic fungus, has been documented to infect several plant species, leading to the loss of agricultural commodities and resulting in significant economic losses. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) hold immense promise as biocontrol candidates. However, the potential of LABs derived from fruits remains largely unexplored. In this study, several LABs were isolated from tropical fruit and assessed for their probiotic and antifungal properties. A total of fifty-five LABs were successfully isolated from seven distinct fruits. Among these, seven isolates showed inhibition to growth of A. alternata. Two strains, isolated from fruits: Ficus benghalensis, and Tinospora cordifolia exhibited promising antifungal properties against A. alternata. Molecular identification confirmed their identities as Lactiplantibacillus plantarum MYSVB1 and MYSVA7, respectively. Both strains showed adaptability to a wide temperature range (10-45°C), and salt concentrations (up to 7%), with optimal growth around 37 °C and high survival rates under simulated gastrointestinal conditions. Among these two strains, Lpb. plantarum MYSVB1 demonstrated significant inhibition (p < 0.01) of the growth of A. alternata. The inhibitory effects of cell-free supernatant (CFS) were strong, with 5% crude CFS sufficient to reduce fungal growth by >70% and complete inhibition by 10% CFS. Moreover, the CFS was inhibitory for both mycelial growth and conidial germination. CFS retained its activity even after long cold storage. The chromatographic analysis identified organic acids in CFS, with succinic acid as the predominant constituent, with lactic acid, and malic acid in descending order. LAB strains isolated from tropical fruits showed promising probiotic and antifungal properties, making them potential candidates for various applications in food and agriculture.
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- Applied Mycology Laboratory, Department of Studies in Microbiology, University of Mysore, Mysuru, India
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Krishnan SV, Nampoothiri KM, Suresh A, Linh NT, Balakumaran PA, Pócsi I, Pusztahelyi T. Fusarium biocontrol: antagonism and mycotoxin elimination by lactic acid bacteria. Front Microbiol 2024; 14:1260166. [PMID: 38235432 PMCID: PMC10791833 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1260166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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Mycotoxins produced by Fusarium species are secondary metabolites with low molecular weight formed by filamentous fungi generally resistant to different environmental factors and, therefore, undergo slow degradation. Contamination by Fusarium mycotoxins in cereals and millets is the foremost quality challenge the food and feed industry faces across the globe. Several types of chemical preservatives are employed in the mitigation process of these mycotoxins, and they help in long-term storage; however, chemical preservatives can be used only to some extent, so the complete elimination of toxins from foods is still a herculean task. The growing demand for green-labeled food drives to evade the use of chemicals in the production processes is getting much demand. Thus, the biocontrol of food toxins is important in the developing food sector. Fusarium mycotoxins are world-spread contaminants naturally occurring in commodities, food, and feed. The major mycotoxins Fusarium species produce are deoxynivalenol, fumonisins, zearalenone, and T2/HT2 toxins. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB), generally regarded as safe (GRAS), is a well-explored bacterial community in food preparations and preservation for ages. Recent research suggests that LAB are the best choice for extenuating Fusarium mycotoxins. Apart from Fusarium mycotoxins, this review focuses on the latest studies on the mechanisms of how LAB effectively detoxify and remove these mycotoxins through their various bioactive molecules and background information of these molecules.
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- S. Vipin Krishnan
- Microbial Processes and Technology Division (MPTD), CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, India
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- Microbial Processes and Technology Division (MPTD), CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, India
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- Microbial Processes and Technology Division (MPTD), CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, India
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- Central Laboratory of Agricultural and Food Products, FAFSEM, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary
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- Microbial Processes and Technology Division (MPTD), CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, India
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Microbiology, Institute of Biotechnology Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary
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- Central Laboratory of Agricultural and Food Products, FAFSEM, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary
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Shi H, Li W, Zhou Y, Wang J, Shen S. Can we control potato fungal and bacterial diseases? - microbial regulation. Heliyon 2023; 9:e22390. [PMID: 38046151 PMCID: PMC10686857 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023] Open
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The potato plant is one of the main crops in the world. However, relatively little is known about key virulence factors of major fungal and bacterial diseases in potatoes, biocontrol measures to improve activity and stability, and the core driving forces in the control process. Here, we focus on analyzing the mechanisms by which genes, proteins, or (and) metabolites of potato pathogens as key virulence factors. Then, the single strain biocontrol agents, synthetic microbial communities, microbial microcapsule strategies were introduced, and the latter two strategies can improve stability and activity in biocontrol. Meanwhile, summarized the defense mechanisms of biocontrol and their specific issues in practical applications. Furthermore, explore how potato crop management, soil management, and climate effects, as crucial driving forces affect potato biocontrol in the system. Dynamic and systematic research, excavation of biocontrol strain resources, find the causes of regional disease resistance and exploration of biocontrol mechanism will provide promising solutions for biotic stress faced by potato in the future.
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- Huiqin Shi
- Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Potato Breeding of Qinghai Province, Xining, China
- State Key Laboratory of Plateau Ecology and Agriculture, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Qinghai Tibet Plateau Biotechnology, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
- Northwest Potato Engineering Research Center, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
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- Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Potato Breeding of Qinghai Province, Xining, China
- State Key Laboratory of Plateau Ecology and Agriculture, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Qinghai Tibet Plateau Biotechnology, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
- Northwest Potato Engineering Research Center, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
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- Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Potato Breeding of Qinghai Province, Xining, China
- State Key Laboratory of Plateau Ecology and Agriculture, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Qinghai Tibet Plateau Biotechnology, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
- Northwest Potato Engineering Research Center, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
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- Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Potato Breeding of Qinghai Province, Xining, China
- State Key Laboratory of Plateau Ecology and Agriculture, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Qinghai Tibet Plateau Biotechnology, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
- Northwest Potato Engineering Research Center, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
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- Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Potato Breeding of Qinghai Province, Xining, China
- State Key Laboratory of Plateau Ecology and Agriculture, Qinghai University, Xining, China
- Key Laboratory of Qinghai Tibet Plateau Biotechnology, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
- Northwest Potato Engineering Research Center, Ministry of Education, Xining, China
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Balogun FO, Abdulsalam RA, Ojo AO, Cason E, Sabiu S. Chemical Characterization and Metagenomic Identification of Endophytic Microbiome from South African Sunflower ( Helianthus annus) Seeds. Microorganisms 2023; 11:microorganisms11040988. [PMID: 37110411 PMCID: PMC10146784 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11040988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 04/07/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Helianthus annus (sunflower) is a globally important oilseed crop whose survival is threatened by various pathogenic diseases. Agrochemical products are used to eradicate these diseases; however, due to their unfriendly environmental consequences, characterizing microorganisms for exploration as biocontrol agents are considered better alternatives against the use of synthetic chemicals. The study assessed the oil contents of 20 sunflower seed cultivars using FAMEs-chromatography and characterized the endophytic fungi and bacteria microbiome using Illumina sequencing of fungi ITS 1 and bacteria 16S (V3-V4) regions of the rRNA operon. The oil contents ranged between 41-52.8%, and 23 fatty acid components (in varied amounts) were found in all the cultivars, with linoleic (53%) and oleic (28%) acids as the most abundant. Ascomycota (fungi) and Proteobacteria (bacteria) dominated the cultivars at the phyla level, while Alternaria and Bacillus at the genus level in varying abundance. AGSUN 5102 and AGSUN 5101 (AGSUN 5270 for bacteria) had the highest fungi diversity structure, which may have been contributed by the high relative abundance of linoleic acid in the fatty acid components. Dominant fungi genera such as Alternaria, Aspergillus, Aureobasidium, Alternariaste, Cladosporium, Penicillium, and bacteria including Bacillus, Staphylococcus, and Lactobacillus are established, providing insight into the fungi and bacteria community structures from the seeds of South Africa sunflower.
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- Fatai Oladunni Balogun
- Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, Durban University of Technology, Durban 4000, South Africa
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- Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, Durban University of Technology, Durban 4000, South Africa
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- Centre for Applied Food Sustainability and Biotechnology, Central University of Technology, Bloemfontein 9300, South Africa
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- Department of Animal Science, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein 9300, South Africa
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- Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, Durban University of Technology, Durban 4000, South Africa
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Steglińska A, Sulyok M, Janas R, Grzesik M, Liszkowska W, Kręgiel D, Gutarowska B. Metabolite Formation by Fungal Pathogens of Potatoes ( Solanum tuberosum L.) in the Presence of Bioprotective Agents. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:5221. [PMID: 36982130 PMCID: PMC10049107 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20065221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Revised: 03/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The potato is a crop of global importance for the food industry. This is why effective protection against pathogens is so important. Fungi as potato pathogens are responsible for plant diseases and a significant reduction in yields, as well as for the formation of mycotoxins. This study focuses on the effect of three natural biocides, yeast Metschnikowia pulcherrima, lactic acid bacteria Lactiplantibacillus plantarum, and aqueous garlic extract, on the improvement of the physiology of planted potato tubers and the reduction in mycotoxin formation. The secondary metabolites produced by the fungal pathogens of genera Fusarium, Alternaria, Colletotrichum, Rhizoctonia, and Phoma in the presence of these biocontrol agents were compared to profiles obtained from contaminated potatoes. Analysis of liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry data showed the presence of 68 secondary metabolites, including the mycotoxins: alternariol, alternariol methyl ether, altertoxin-I, aurofusarin, beauvericin, diacetoxyscirpenol, enniatin B, and sterigmatocystin. The studies showed that the applied biocontrol agents had a positive effect on the physiological parameters of potatoes (including root growth, stem growth, gas exchange, and chlorophyll content index) and on the reduction in the production of mycotoxins and other secondary metabolites by Fusarium, Alternaria, and Phoma.
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- Aleksandra Steglińska
- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-950 Łódź, Poland; (W.L.); (D.K.); (B.G.)
- Interdisciplinary Doctoral School, Lodz University of Technology, Żeromskiego 116, 90-924 Łódź, Poland
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- Department of Agrobiotechnology (IFA-Tulln), Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, Konrad-Lorenz-Strasse 20, 3430 Tulln, Austria;
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- The National Institute of Horticultural Research, Konstytucji 3 Maja 1/3, 96-100 Skierniewice, Poland; (R.J.); (M.G.)
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- The National Institute of Horticultural Research, Konstytucji 3 Maja 1/3, 96-100 Skierniewice, Poland; (R.J.); (M.G.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-950 Łódź, Poland; (W.L.); (D.K.); (B.G.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-950 Łódź, Poland; (W.L.); (D.K.); (B.G.)
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- Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-950 Łódź, Poland; (W.L.); (D.K.); (B.G.)
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Jaffar NS, Jawan R, Chong KP. The potential of lactic acid bacteria in mediating the control of plant diseases and plant growth stimulation in crop production - A mini review. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2023; 13:1047945. [PMID: 36714743 PMCID: PMC9880282 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.1047945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The microbial diseases cause significant damage in agriculture, resulting in major yield and quality losses. To control microbiological damage and promote plant growth, a number of chemical control agents such as pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides are available. However, the rising prevalence of chemical control agents has led to unintended consequences for agricultural quality, environmental devastation, and human health. Chemical agents are not naturally broken down by microbes and can be found in the soil and environment long after natural decomposition has occurred. As an alternative to chemical agents, biocontrol agents are employed to manage phytopathogens. Interest in lactic acid bacteria (LAB) research as another class of potentially useful bacteria against phytopathogens has increased in recent years. Due to the high level of biosafety, they possess and the processes they employ to stimulate plant growth, LAB is increasingly being recognized as a viable option. This paper will review the available information on the antagonistic and plant-promoting capabilities of LAB and its mechanisms of action as well as its limitation as BCA. This review aimed at underlining the benefits and inputs from LAB as potential alternatives to chemical usage in sustaining crop productivity.
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- Nur Sulastri Jaffar
- Faculty of Science and Natural Resources, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Sabah, Malaysia
- Horticulture Research Centre, Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), Selangor, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Science and Natural Resources, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Sabah, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Science and Natural Resources, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Sabah, Malaysia
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