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  • Mycology
  • Biotechnology

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  • Trichoderma spp. are beneficial fungi promoting plant health and acting as biocontrol agents against pathogens.
  • Utilizing Trichoderma reduces reliance on chemical pesticides and fertilizers in agriculture.
  • Developing stable and effective Trichoderma formulations is crucial for widespread application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and analyze biotechnological innovations in preparing active Trichoderma formulations.
  • To discuss the role of carrier substances in enhancing formulation shelf-life, viability, and efficacy.
  • To highlight processing techniques and microencapsulation for advanced biological control.

Main Methods:

  • Critical review of scientific literature on Trichoderma formulation technologies.
  • Analysis of carrier substances (e.g., for encapsulation) and their impact on Trichoderma propagules.
  • Evaluation of drying techniques (freeze-drying, fluidized bed drying, spray drying) and microencapsulation methods.

Main Results:

  • Various carrier substances significantly enhance the shelf-life, viability, and efficacy of Trichoderma formulations.
  • Drying techniques like freeze-drying and spray-drying yield stable, lightweight, and effective Trichoderma products.
  • Microencapsulation techniques show promise for maximizing Trichoderma performance during application.

Conclusions:

  • Biotechnological advancements have led to innovative Trichoderma formulations for sustainable agriculture.
  • Carrier substances and advanced processing techniques are key to developing next-generation biocontrol agents.
  • Future research should focus on optimizing these formulations to overcome current challenges in biological control.