Publications by authors named "Marina Bazzano"
Article Synopsis
- The study explores the biocontrol potential of the P. mediterranea strain PVCT 3C against Mal secco, a serious citrus disease caused by the fungus Plenodomus tracheiphilus.
- In vitro tests showed that compounds produced by PVCT 3C reduced fungal growth and altered pigmentation, while field applications minimized disease incidence in susceptible citrus plants.
- Genome analysis identified multiple biosynthetic gene clusters for antimicrobial compounds, indicating that PVCT 3C could be a sustainable option for managing P. tracheiphilus infections.
The control of tristeza quick decline (QD) of citrus is based on the use of rootstocks that are tolerant or resistant to the Citrus tristeza virus (CTV), but some of them show bio-agronomic limits. The application of cross-protection (CP) has been insufficiently explored. The present study examined the possibility of QD control by cross-protection (CP) following reports showing the dependence of the CP strategy on the close genetic relationships between the protective and challenging CTV isolates.
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