Endophytic Colonization of Onions Induces Resistance Against Viruliferous Thrips and Virus Replication.

In agricultural ecosystems, insect pests, pathogens, weather patterns, and reduced soil fertility pose major challenges to crop productivity and are responsible for significant yield losses worldwide. (IYSV) vectored by Lindeman, is a major hindrance to onion production in eastern Africa. Control measures often rely on insecticides with deleterious effects.