Exploring the Biocontrol Capability of Non-Mycotoxigenic Strains of .

is one the major postharvest pathogens of pome fruit during postharvest handling and storage. This fungus also produces patulin, which is a highly toxic mycotoxin that can contaminate infected fruits and their derived products and whose levels are regulated in many countries. In this study, we investigated the biocontrol potential of non-mycotoxigenic strains of against a mycotoxigenic strain.

Ochratoxin A Defective Mutants as Potential Biocontrol Agents.

is one of the main species responsible for wine, coffee and cocoa toxin contamination. The main mycotoxin produced by this fungus, ochratoxin A (OTA), is a secondary metabolite categorized as a possible carcinogen because of its significant nephrotoxicity and immunosuppressive effects. A polyketide synthase gene () encodes the first enzyme in the OTA biosynthetic pathway.