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About the Book

Biological control has emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture, offering a natural and effective alternative to chemical-based practices that often harm the environment and human health. In response to challenges such as climate change, soil degradation, and the growing resistance of pathogens to chemical treatments, “Biological Control of Plant Diseases: Innovative Strategies for Enduring Crop Protection” provides a comprehensive resource for utilizing biological methods to manage plant diseases sustainably. This book focuses on leveraging beneficial organisms such as microbes, fungi, and natural predators to suppress plant pathogens and promote crop health. Biological control is not a standalone solution but an essential component of integrated crop protection strategies, requiring a deep understanding of ecological interactions and local agricultural systems.

Authors

Divyashree

Divyashree is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Plant Pathology at NAU, Navsari. She graduated with distinction in B.Sc (Ag) in 2020 and completed her master’s in Plant Pathology from UAS, GKVK, Bangalore (2020-2022). She secured 8th rank in the SRF exam and was awarded the ICAR SRF. Additionally, she has cleared both ARS-NET and UGC-NET. She has received the P. R. Verma M.Sc Thesis Award (2022) andb the "Best Poster Presentation" award at the ICVO 2023.

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Basavaraj A

Basavaraj A. Dodmani is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology at Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. where he also completed his master's. A B.Sc. (Ag) graduate with distinction from UAS Dharwad, he secured top ranks in AICE-JRF/SRF and AIEEA-PG exams, earning ICAR scholarships. He has also cleared ICAR-NET and won two "Best Poster Presentation" awards at the 2024 IPS conference.

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Tamin

Tamin completed her B.Sc. Horticulture and M.Sc. (Ag.) Plant Pathology from Indira Gandhi Agriculture University, Raipur (C.G.) in 2018. She has been served as government officer duty at Department of Horticulture, Bilaspur under government of Chhattisgarh and having 5 years good experience. She has been recognised with young women scientist award, Best poster presentation award. Presently she is working as an Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology) in Rani avanti bai Lodhi College of Agriculture and Research Station, Chhuikhadan, Dist.-KCG.

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Suresh Patil

Suresh Patil is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Plant Pathology, currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Junior Scientist at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour. With over ten years of combined research and teaching experience, he has contributed significantly to his field. He has authored 30 publications, including research articles, reviews, and popular articles, and has presented over 60 abstracts at various conferences and symposiums.

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