Preparation of a biofungicide from Streptomyces for control of phytopathogens (Fusarium oxysporum and Botrytis cinerea) in basil (Ocimum basilicum L.)

Abstract

This thesis investigates the potential of Streptomyces strains as biocontrol agents and plant growth promoters for basil (Ocimum basilicum L.), with a focus on combating Fusarium oxysporum and Botrytis cinerea. Divided into four chapters, the study begins with CHAPTER ONE discussing the importance of basil crops for Colombia, the impact of F. oxysporum and B. cinerea, the challenges in controlling these phytopathogens, the detrimental effects of chemical fungicide use, and the opportunity for employing Streptomyces as an alternative solution