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Biological control of postharvest diseases of citrus fruit: a viable alternative to synthetic fungicides?

Chalutz, E.; Droby, S.;

Postharvest physiology, pathology and technologies for horticultural commodities: recent advances. Proceedings of an international symposium held at Agadir, Morocco, 16-21 January 1994. Year: 1995 Pages: 414-418 Ref: 20 ref.

1995

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Biological control of postharvest diseases of citrus fruit: a viable alternative to synthetic fungicides?

ABSTRACT :

 

Research and development efforts in the field of biological control of postharvest diseases have reached the semi-commercial stage. The use of naturally-occurring, non antibiotic-producing yeast antagonists has proved particularly useful. The mode of action of several antagonists is currently under investigation. Several patented antagonists effectively control green and blue molds (Penicillium) of citrus in lab. and large scale tests. In order to achieve levels of control comparable to those of synthetic chemical fungicides, the current biocontrol technology requires improvements in efficacy. This can be achieved by improved formulation and by integration of the biocontrol procedure with chemical (low concn of TBZ or calcium salts) and physical (heat or UV light) methods. Biological control of postharvest diseases of citrus and other fruits may thus help in efforts to develop alternatives to the use of synthetic chemical fungicides, particularly on food products.