Efficacy of Bacillus spp. and Trichoderma asperellum for biological control of bacterial wilt disease in tomato: in vitro and in vivo evaluations.
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Bacillus spp. and Trichoderma asperellum Highly Effective Against Tomato Bacterial Wilt

A 2025 study reports that Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus pumilus, Bacillus chitinosporus, and Trichoderma asperellum significantly suppress Ralstonia solanacearum and improve tomato growth, yield, and fruit quality. The findings highlight promising biological control options for managing bacterial wilt in sustainable agriculture.
Plant growth-promoting bacteria modulate metabolism and nitrogen accumulation to counteract drought damage in cactus pear plants. 
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Beneficial Bacteria Help Cactus Pear Survive Severe Drought by Boosting Nitrogen and Metabolic Defenses

A new Scientific Reports study shows that specific plant growth-promoting bacteria significantly improve drought tolerance in cactus pear by enhancing nitrogen accumulation, regulating metabolic pathways, and supporting superior root growth—offering a sustainable strategy for forage production in dry regions.