Biocontrol - Molecular and functional characterisation of Biological control Agents for poduct development

One of the most important future challenges is to meet the societal demands for durable and sustainable crop production with reduced use of pesticides and finite mineral fertilizers. The microbiome of plants and soils contribute to plant health and to global nutrient cycling processes, wich are indispensable for the healthy functioning of the ecosystems. Biological control has been predicted to become one of the most important tools for plant protection and nutrition.