Biological control agents: mechanisms of action, selection, formulation and challenges in agriculture

• Published in: Frontiers in agronomy Vol. 7
• Main Authors: Villavicencio-Vásquez, Mirian, Espinoza-Lozano, Fernando, Espinoza-Lozano, Lisbeth, Coronel-León, Jonathan
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A 07.05.2025
• Subjects: beneficial microorganisms; biological control agents; biopesticides; crop protection; sustainability

The increasing global population has intensified the demand for food production, both in quantity and quality. To meet this challenge and prevent crop diseases, chemical pesticides have been widely used. However, their negative effects on human health and the environment have driven the search for s...