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Mycoviruses in Biological Control: From Basic Research to Field Implementation.
M D García-Pedrajas1, M C Cañizares1, J L Sarmiento-Villamil2
1Instituto de Hortofruticultura Subtropical y Mediterránea "La Mayora"-Universidad de Málaga-Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (IHSM-UMA-CSIC), Estación Experimental "La Mayora," 29750 Algarrobo-Costa, Málaga, Spain.
Phytopathology
|August 10, 2019
Summary
Mycoviruses can reduce pathogen virulence, offering potential for biological control. Research explores their transmission, host interactions, and field application for sustainable disease management.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Virology
- Plant Pathology
- Biological Control
Background:
- Mycoviruses inducing hypovirulence in fungal pathogens are increasingly reported across diverse taxonomic groups.
- These viruses are recognized for their potential as biological control agents against plant diseases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the potential of mycoviruses as biocontrol agents.
- To discuss mycovirus transmission, host interactions, and application strategies for disease management.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of mycovirus research.
- Analysis of mycovirus transmission routes (hyphal anastomosis, conidia).
- Exploration of artificial transfection and molecular biology insights.
Main Results:
- Mycoviruses can induce hypovirulence, reducing fungal pathogen virulence.
- Horizontal transmission occurs via hyphal anastomosis, and vertical transmission via conidia.
- Artificial transfection demonstrates broad host infectivity potential for biocontrol.
Conclusions:
- Mycovirus application in disease management depends on efficient spread within pathogen populations.
- Understanding fungus-virus molecular interactions can optimize biocontrol strategies.
- Field application requires consideration of pathogen lifestyle and disease-specific challenges for formulation and delivery.
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