Crop health

Controlled-release gel encapsulation: an emerging technology for delivering beneficial microorganisms in sustainable plant disease management.

Pub Date : 2026-09-22 DOI: 10.1007/s44297-026-00088-1 Jingjing An, Xigang Wang, Gang Qiao, Chengjin Guo, Xiaojiao Li, Xianchao Sun

Self-DNA acts as an immunostimulant for common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) that induces defense against pests and diseases and increases seed yield.

Pub Date : 2026-09-08 DOI: 10.1007/s44297-026-00086-3 Dalia Durán-Flores, Martin Heil

Advances in semiochemicals of the sweet potato weevil, Cylas formicarius, and its application in pest management.

Pub Date : 2026-09-03 DOI: 10.1007/s44297-026-00087-2 Shuyan He, Chao Li, Yulin Gao