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September 10, 2025Nepal Journal of BiotechnologyOpen Access

In vitro antagonistic effects of Bacillus species against phytopathogenic fungi

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EMElina MaharjanDJDevendra JainMWMing Hung Wong

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Observational analysis revealed Bacillus species show significant antifungal activity in plants, suggesting they may serve as effective biofungicides.

Key Points

  • Bacillus species showed high antifungal activity, inhibiting 56.67% of powdery mildew, suggesting potential for crop protection.
  • In a dual culture method, 36.67% of Bacillus isolates inhibited Aspergillus spp., indicating their effectiveness against diverse fungi.
  • With a preventive effect exceeding 90%, Bacillus cereus strains outperformed conventional fungicides, hinting at a sustainable alternative.
  • Bacillus biofungicides may lead to reduced ecological impacts, supporting safer agricultural practices and enhancing food security.

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Maharjan et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1b60654b1d3bfb60eaff1https://doi.org/10.54796/njb.v13i1.356
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