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Benefits of Algal Extracts in Sustainable Agriculture

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Grand Challenges in Algae Biotechnology

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Abstract

Algae possess inherent complex physiological photosynthetic mechanisms, which enable beneficial transformation of solar energy into other energy forms, for food and active metabolite synthesis. A number of active metabolites derived from algae, many of which demonstrate bioactive properties, have found profound, multifunctional applications in biofuels, nutraceuticals and functional foods, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics industries. In spite of the evolving global interests and market demand of algal biomass and metabolites, studies and applications pertaining to sustainable agriculture challenges, such as soil nutrient deficiency, drought stress, soil toxicity, leaf discoloration and plant growth stunts, are limited. The generation and functional determination of novel bioactive compounds from algal biomass may offer innovative opportunities to address some of the aforementioned challenges. This chapter profiles and discusses the prospects of key algal metabolites in addressing plant growth challenges. Additionally, research findings from specific studies based on the use of algal metabolites and phytohormones as biostimulants, their influence in host animal physiology, and protective mechanisms against adventitious organisms or foreign pathogens, have been discussed. The chapter lays down progressive perspectives for optimal exploitation of algal metabolites and phytohormones in enhancing agricultural outputs.

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