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Mycology in Crop Health
Mycology in Crop Health
Mycology explores the role of fungi in maintaining crop health and productivity. Beneficial fungi, such as mycorrhizae, improve nutrient absorption and soil structure, fostering plant growth. Meanwhile, harmful fungi like rusts and molds threaten yields, making early detection and management essential. Techniques like biocontrol using antagonistic fungi have revolutionized pest management, reducing chemical dependence. Additionally, fungal biofertilizers contribute to sustainable farming by enriching the soil naturally. Understanding fungi’s dual role—both as allies and adversaries—empowers farmers to implement integrated approaches that protect crops and enhance long-term agricultural sustainability.
Committee Members
Dachang Zhang
Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Sadygova Madina Karipullovna
Vavilov University, Russian Federation
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy
Alabama A&M University, United States Agri 2026 Speakers
Dilip Nandwani
Tennessee State University, United States
Nedyalka Valcheva
Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Stephen Jennewein
University of Florida, United States
Jason A Hedrick
The Ohio State University, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Socioeconomic constraints in implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in crops and solutions for sustainability
Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Suitaiology: A strategic science for reframing agricultural risks under climate extremes — from water-use efficiency to water-situation wisdom
Dachang Zhang, Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Title : The use of CHP condensate water in greenhouse cultivation
Lisa Huybrechts, Proefstation voor de Groenteteelt vzw, Belgium
Title : Characterization of isolated strains of microorganisms from mineral, mountain, and spring waters from France, Italy, England, South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, Austria, Spain, Singapore, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Turkey, Dubai, and Bulgaria.
Nedyalka Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Title : Markers of PM produced by biomass combustion and development of a sampling and analysis technique
Enrico Paris , CREA-IT , Italy