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The effects of the secondary metabolites of the citrus endophytic fungus Nemania sp. LJZ-Y-11 on the citrus canker disease-causing pathogen Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri.

Posted inAgriculture Biochemistry Emerging Science

Citrus Endophytic Fungus Nemania sp. LJZ-Y-11 Shows Strong Natural Defense Against Citrus Canker

Researchers have discovered that a fungus living harmlessly inside citrus plants can fight the bacteria causing citrus canker. The study identifies two key antifungal compounds that could replace copper-based bactericides with safer, eco-friendly alternatives.

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Hemanta Kumari Chaudhary October 27, 2025

Sustainable biocontrol of bacterial blight disease using Eisenia fetida gut derived Glutamicibacter sp.: Insights from metabolomics and in silico discovery

Posted inAgriculture Biochemistry Bioinformatics

Earthworm Gut Bacteria Offers Sustainable Solution Against Rice Bacterial Blight

A new study identifies Glutamicibacter sp. from Eisenia fetida earthworm gut as a powerful, eco-friendly biocontrol agent against rice bacterial blight. The microbe shows dual benefits—nutrient solubilization and pathogen inhibition—promising sustainable disease management for global rice production.

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Hemanta Kumari Chaudhary October 22, 2025