Ameliorative Effects of Exogenous Potassium Nitrate on Antioxidant Defense System and Mineral Nutrient Uptake in Radish ( L.) under Salinity Stress.

Soil salinization has become a major issue around the world in recent years, as it is one of the consequences of climate change as sea levels rise. It is crucial to lessen the severe consequences of soil salinization on plants. A pot experiment was conducted to regulate the physiological and biochemical mechanisms in order to evaluate the ameliorative effects of potassium nitrate (KNO) on L.

Rhizobacterial Colonization and Management of Bacterial Speck Pathogen in Tomato by spp.

Plants and soil microorganisms interact at every stage of growth. spp. are highly regarded for their ability to increase crop production and protection from diseases.

Application of silicon and sodium hydrosulfide alleviates arsenic toxicity by regulating the physio-biochemical and molecular mechanisms of Zea mays.

Soil contamination with toxic heavy metals (such as arsenic (As)) is becoming a serious global problem due to rapid development of social economy, although the use of silicon (Si) and sodium hydrosulfide (NaHS) has been found effective in enhancing plant tolerance against biotic and abiotic stresses including the As toxicity. For this purpose, a pot experiment was conducted using the different levels of As toxicity in the soil, i.e.

The impact of Cu-polluted and organic soil on the fibrous plant; insights into plant growth promotion, antioxidant defences system, and oxidative stress.

Copper (Cu) is an abundant essential micronutrient element in various rocks and minerals and is required for a variety of metabolic processes in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes. However, excess Cu can disturb normal development by adversely affecting biochemical reactions and physiological processes in plants. However, organic soil is rich in micronutrients and can assist plants to tolerate toxicity by promoting growth and biomass.

The Antibacterial Activity of Extracts against Isolated from Some Soil Invertebrates at High Altitudes.

is a common dangerous pathogen for humans and animals and is widely present in the digestive system. The genus is ubiquitous, as it is endemic to surface water, soil, and sewage. In this study, 70 samples were obtained from soil-dwelling invertebrates from September 2021 to March 2022 from Taif and Shafa in different altitudinal regions of Saudi Arabia.

Identification and biodiversity patterns of species isolated from some soil invertebrates at high altitude using morphological characteristics and phylogenetic analyses.

Background: The carcinogenic, mutagenic, and teratogenic chemicals such as aflatoxin are a worldwide health problem. spp., responsible for most cases of aflatoxin contamination, are common in the environment and spread easily to many different types of food.

Genetic Behavior of Tomato ( L.) Germplasm Governing Heavy Metal Tolerance and Yield Traits under Wastewater Irrigation.

Wastewater irrigation is a substitute for surface water scarcity, but traces of heavy metals (HMs) result in deleterious implications for soil, crop productivity, and in humans. Crops presenting HMs tolerance in genetic behavior are important for producing tolerant genotypes cultivated under wastewater irrigation. In the first part of this experiment, the results obtained previously are re-assessed in a hydroponic system and similar patterns and concentrations of HMs are found in different tomato organs.

Systemic Resistance Induction of Potato and Tobacco Plants against by .

(PVY) is a serious potato disease that may significantly decrease potato production. To suppress potato virus infection, several measures have been undertaken. The utilization of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria is one of these methods.

Efficiency of and against .

The Red Palm Weevil ( (Oliv.) (Coleoptera, Dryophthoridae) is a well-known palm tree pest that has caused enormous economic damage all over the globe. Insecticides are still the primary method of controlling this pest at this period.

Resistance induction and nematicidal activity of certain monoterpenes against tomato root-knot caused by .

This research was performed to evaluate the potential of carvone, cuminaldehyde, cineole, and linalool for the control of root-knot of tomato. The tested control agents were evaluated for their ability to stimulate systemic resistance to in tomato by monitoring the transcription levels of defense-related genes. Moreover, the ability of the tested agents to induce nematicidal activity concerning second-stage juveniles (J2) hatching and mortality was evaluated.

Antifungal Activity of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles against Root Rot Disease in Cucumber.

Metal oxide nanoparticles have recently garnered interest as potentially valuable substances for the management of plant diseases. Copper oxide nanoparticles (CuONPs) were chemically fabricated to control root rot disease in cucumbers. A scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and photoluminescence (PL) were employed to characterize the produced nanoparticles.

Impact of foliar application of syringic acid on tomato ( L.) under heavy metal stress-insights into nutrient uptake, redox homeostasis, oxidative stress, and antioxidant defense.

Soil contamination with toxic heavy metals [such as lead (Pb)] is becoming a serious global problem due to the rapid development of the social economy. However, accumulation of Pb in plant parts is very toxic for plant growth and decreases crop yield and productivity. In the present study, we have investigated the different concentrations of Pb in the soil i.

Suppression of (PMMoV) by Modified Whey Proteins.

Modified whey proteins with quercetin (WPI-QU) and onion extract (WPI-OE), as a control approach, could be applicable because it is available, safe and cheap. The modified whey protein isolate (WPI) with quercetin dihydrate and onion extract powder rich with quercetin were evaluated for induction of systemic resistance against (PMMoV) in pepper plants. Data of mass spectrometry illustrated that one or more of Qu isomers covalently attached to WPI.

extract as a green fungicide induces systemic resistance against root rot disease in tomato plants.

Extensive use of chemical control agents and fungicides typically leads to numerous risks to human health and the environment. Using plant extracts as natural substances represents a dual key for the environment and sustainable food production, as it reduces the input of synthetic pesticides into the environment and/or controls plant pathogens. For the first time, a ethanolic extract has been characterized and evaluated for its protective and curative effects against in tomato plants.

Enhancing systemic resistance in faba bean ( L.) to soil application and foliar spray of nitrogen-fixing bv. strain 33504-Alex1.

spp. manifests strong nitrogen fixation ability in legumes. However, their significance as biocontrol agents and antivirals has rarely been investigated.

Defense Responses and Metabolic Changes Involving Phenylpropanoid Pathway and PR Genes in Squash ( L.) following Infection.

The current study focuses on the effects of (CMV) infection on phytochemical changes and pathogenesis- and phenylpropanoid pathway-associated gene activities in squash ( L.) plants during a time course of 2 to 12 days post inoculation (dpi). The identity of the CMV isolate was confirmed by DAS-ELISA, TEM, and coat protein gene sequence.

Resistance Induction and Direct Antifungal Activity of Some Monoterpenes against the Causal of Root Rot in Common Bean.

This study was conducted to evaluate eco-friendly control agents (carvone, cuminaldehyde, and linalool) against which causes root rot disease either by induction of defense response or direct antifungal activity. The induction of resistance was examined by detecting the transcription of defense genes and the effect of the tested control agents on the growth and the yield of common bean plants. The growth of was significantly inhibited after treatment with the tested compounds compared to the untreated control under laboratory conditions.

Silver oxide nanostructures as a new trend to control strawberry charcoal rot induced by Macrophomina phaseolina.

Background: Silver oxide (Ag O) nanostructures were fabricated and their ability to induce antifungal activity against Macrophomina phaseolina, which causes charcoal rot disease in strawberries, was evaluated under laboratory, greenhouse and field conditions. A real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction was used to monitor expression of defense-related genes, which is essential to evaluate the potential of the manufactured nanoparticles to promote strawberry resistance against charcoal rot. The effect of Ag O nanoparticles on growth characteristics in strawberry plants was also studied.

Impact of Silver Nanoparticles on Lemon Growth Performance: Insecticidal and Antifungal Activities of Essential Oils From Peels and Leaves.

Ten-year-old lemon ( L. cv. Eureka) was used during the 2019 and 2020 seasons to investigate the effect of AgNPs at control, 5, 7.

Resistance of pv. to Lytic Phage X2 by Spontaneous Mutation of Lipopolysaccharide Synthesis-Related Glycosyltransferase.

Phage therapy is a promising biocontrol management on plant diseases caused by bacterial pathogens due to its specificity, efficiency and environmental friendliness. The emergence of natural phage-resistant bacteria hinders the application of phage therapy. pv.

Copper oxide nanostructures as a potential method for control of zucchini yellow mosaic virus in squash.

Background: Zucchini yellow mosaic virus (ZYMV) infects cucurbits and has been identified as a major limiting factor in their production. The purpose of this study was to create copper oxide nanostructures (CONS) to control ZYMV in squash plants. Protection of squash against ZYMV was assessed in terms of virus severity, ZYMV concentration, transcription of pathogenesis-related genes and growth enhancement of treated squash.

Suppression of Pepper Root Rot and Wilt Diseases Caused by and .

Pepper is vulnerable to soil-borne fungal pathogens such as and . The potential of beneficial rhizosphere microorganisms to control and f.sp.

Mechanism of Wheat Leaf Rust Control Using Chitosan Nanoparticles and Salicylic Acid.

Wheat leaf rust is one of the world's most widespread rusts. The progress of the disease was monitored using two treatments: chitosan nanoparticles and salicylic acid (SA), as well as three application methods; spraying before or after the inoculation by 24 h, and spraying both before and after the inoculation by 24 h. Urediniospore germination was significantly different between the two treatments.

Induction of Systemic Resistance against Sheath Blight in Rice by Different Isolates.

Sheath blight disease is a fungal pathogen that causes leaf blight in rice plants, resulting in significant yield losses throughout the growing season. spp. have long been used as biocontrol agents for a variety of plant diseases.