Non-chemical approaches to managing plant stress are gaining increased importance as the agricultural sector seeks sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and synthetic treatments. The negative impacts of these chemicals on the environment and human health have prompted researchers and practitioners to explore biological methods, genetic enhancements, and the activation of plants' natural defense systems as viable strategies for improving both biotic and abiotic stress tolerance.
This Research Topic will focus on the molecular, genetic and environmental processes underlying these chemical-free strategies within plant-pathogen interactions and responses to abiotic stresses. By understanding these mechanisms in depth, this research aims to advance our knowledge of plant biology and contribute to developing innovative solutions for managing plant diseases and environmental stressors.
This collection seeks to elucidate the scientific principles and practical applications of non-chemical plant stress management techniques. It will explore how these methods can be used to enhance plant resilience against both pathogens and environmental stresses such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures, ultimately supporting broader sustainability goals by reducing chemical usage in agriculture. Studies that investigate the molecular interactions between plants and pathogens, plant responses to abiotic challenges, and integrated non-chemical management strategies are particularly encouraged. This aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting the global relevance of this research in promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
To ensure a comprehensive exploration of this field, the scope will include, but is not limited to:
- Biological control agents and their mechanisms in disease and stress management
- Genetic and molecular bases for enhanced plant resistance against both biotic and abiotic stressors
- The role of microorganisms in boosting plant immunity and stress resilience
- Innovations in breeding for disease and stress resistance without genetic modification
- Physiological and metabolic adaptations that enable plants to withstand abiotic stresses
- Success stories of integrating non-chemical methods into conventional farming systems
Contributions should provide insights that pave the way for reducing dependence on chemical treatments, supporting the transition toward more sustainable and resilient agricultural practices.
Non-chemical approaches to managing plant stress are gaining increased importance as the agricultural sector seeks sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and synthetic treatments. The negative impacts of these chemicals on the environment and human health have prompted researchers and practitioners to explore biological methods, genetic enhancements, and the activation of plants' natural defense systems as viable strategies for improving both biotic and abiotic stress tolerance.
This Research Topic will focus on the molecular, genetic and environmental processes underlying these chemical-free strategies within plant-pathogen interactions and responses to abiotic stresses. By understanding these mechanisms in depth, this research aims to advance our knowledge of plant biology and contribute to developing innovative solutions for managing plant diseases and environmental stressors.
This collection seeks to elucidate the scientific principles and practical applications of non-chemical plant stress management techniques. It will explore how these methods can be used to enhance plant resilience against both pathogens and environmental stresses such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures, ultimately supporting broader sustainability goals by reducing chemical usage in agriculture. Studies that investigate the molecular interactions between plants and pathogens, plant responses to abiotic challenges, and integrated non-chemical management strategies are particularly encouraged. This aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting the global relevance of this research in promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
To ensure a comprehensive exploration of this field, the scope will include, but is not limited to:
- Biological control agents and their mechanisms in disease and stress management
- Genetic and molecular bases for enhanced plant resistance against both biotic and abiotic stressors
- The role of microorganisms in boosting plant immunity and stress resilience
- Innovations in breeding for disease and stress resistance without genetic modification
- Physiological and metabolic adaptations that enable plants to withstand abiotic stresses
- Success stories of integrating non-chemical methods into conventional farming systems
Contributions should provide insights that pave the way for reducing dependence on chemical treatments, supporting the transition toward more sustainable and resilient agricultural practices.