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Aspects of biocontrol of fungal plant pathogens

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In recent years there have been considerable changes in attitude towards the use of chemicals in agriculture. Increasing public awareness concerning the quantities and types of chemicals used and their potential impact on the environment has led to more stringent regulations on their use and, in some cases, removal from the market. Consequently, interest has focused on alternatives to chemicals, particularly for pest and disease control. The use of biological disease control measures is one of the strategies available and much experimental work is being carried out to assess its commercial applicability.

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