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Bioefficacy of Some Insecticides and Biopesticides Against Aphis gossypii Glover and Its Predator, Chrysoperla carnea (Steph.), in Cucumber Greenhouses.

New Study Identifies Most Effective Insecticides and Biopesticides for Controlling Aphids in Cucumber Greenhouses

A new study evaluates insecticides and biopesticides for controlling Aphis gossypii in cucumber greenhouses, identifying the most effective and predator-safe options.

Aneknowledge December 4, 2025

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, phosphate-solubilizing bacteria, and zinc foliar application improve physiological responses in black cumin (Nigella sativa) under drought stress.

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Bio-Fertilizers and Zinc Sprays Boost Drought Tolerance in Black Cumin

A new study shows that arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, phosphate-solubilizing bacteria, and zinc foliar application significantly improve drought tolerance, nutrient uptake, and yield in black cumin (Nigella sativa), offering a promising eco-friendly strategy for dryland agriculture.

Aneknowledge December 3, 2025

Emerging Science Microbiology Natural Products

The Caterpillar Fungus: Nature’s Bizarre Parasite Worth More Than Gold

Ophiocordyceps sinensis is a highly valued medicinal fungus endemic to the Tibetan Plateau and Himalayas, from biological, chemical, and socioeconomic perspectives.

Aneknowledge December 3, 2025

Dual-beneficial synergistic Trichoderma-bacterial cross-kingdom SynCom facilitates Medicago sativa productivity and soil organic carbon sequestration in saline-alkaline soil.

Agriculture Bacillus Biochemistry

Cross-Kingdom SynCom Breakthrough: Trichoderma–Bacterial Consortium Doubles Alfalfa Yield and Soil Carbon in Saline-Alkaline Soil

A new Plant and Soil study shows that a Trichoderma–bacterial cross-kingdom SynCom more than doubles alfalfa biomass and soil organic carbon in saline-alkaline soils, offering a powerful strategy for sustainable agriculture and soil restoration.

Aneknowledge December 3, 2025

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Native Metarhizium anisopliae Strain Shows Superior Control of Sweetpotato Weevil

A new study identifies a native Metarhizium anisopliae strain with superior virulence against the sweetpotato weevil Cylas formicarius. Laboratory assays, enzyme profiling, and SEM imaging demonstrate strong biocontrol potential and optimal growth conditions for future mycoinsecticide development.

Aneknowledge December 3, 2025

Trichoderma viride AT85 as a sustainable biocontrol strategy for early blight in potato: influences on morphological, physicochemical, molecular, and quality traits.

Agriculture Alternaria Biochemistry

Trichoderma viride AT85 Shows Powerful Biocontrol Against Potato Early Blight, Cutting Disease by 93%

Discover how Trichoderma viride AT85 reduced potato early blight by 93% and boosted yield by 69%. This study demonstrates the strain’s potent antifungal VOCs, ISR/SAR activation, and strong potential as a sustainable biocontrol alternative to chemical fungicides.

Aneknowledge December 3, 2025

Microbial Consortium of Streptomyces spp. from Mining Environments Enhances Phytoremediation Potential of Lemna minor L.

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

Mining Microbes Boost Duckweed’s Power to Clean Heavy Metal Pollution

A new study reveals that a microbial consortium of Streptomyces atratus strains isolated from an Italian mining environment significantly enhances the phytoremediation capacity of Lemna minor (duckweed), improving its growth and tolerance under heavy metal stress.

Aneknowledge December 2, 2025

Isolation and characterization of halotolerant bacteria from Indonesian sand dunes ecosystem and their plant growth-promoting properties.

Agriculture Bacillus Biochemistry

Halotolerant Bacillus Strains from Indonesian Sand Dunes Show Strong Biofertilizer Potential Under Salt Stress

A new study isolated halotolerant Bacillus species from Indonesian sand dunes and showed that a bacterial consortium significantly boosts sesame seed germination and biomass under salt stress, highlighting strong biofertilizer potential.

Aneknowledge December 1, 2025

Insecticidal activity of a Pseudomonas sp. isolated from cabbage root fly (Delia radicum L.) larvae exposed to D. radicum-suppressive soil

Agriculture Emerging Science Environment

New Pseudomonas Bacterium Shows Strong Potential to Control Cabbage Root Fly in Soil

A newly isolated Pseudomonas strain from Delia radicum-suppressive soil significantly reduces cabbage root fly survival and pupation in lab and greenhouse tests, offering a promising new biocontrol agent for sustainable pest management.

Aneknowledge November 30, 2025

Enzymatic biodegradation of used engine oil using a novel lipase derived from renewable feedstocks

Biochemistry Emerging Science Environment

Novel Yeast Lipase Demonstrates 46% Biodegradation of Used Engine Oil in 15 Days

A new study reveals that a lipase enzyme from Pichia caribbica PC5703 can biodegrade 46% of used engine oil within 15 days, offering an eco-friendly solution for oil pollution and waste management.

Aneknowledge November 30, 2025