The study evaluated bioactive compounds to control Moniliasis in cocoa crops caused by the fungus Moniliophthora roreri. It was carried out in the plant health laboratory of the Technical University of Machala. The experiment ...

Microorganisms such as Trichoderma and Beaveria bassiana have the ability to mitigate pathogen problems in different crops. However, the application of these microorganisms as enhancers in the development of bell pepper ...

Knowledge on foliar application of silicon and its impact on banana productivity is limited. Therefore, the present research aimed to evaluate the effect of the application of different sources of foliar silicon on banana ...

Mulch consists of covering the surface layer of the soil with plant or organic residues, preventing moisture loss, reducing weeds, and increasing microbiological activity. Efficient microorganisms work by breaking down ...

Currently, one of the elements that has gained prominence in crop optimization is Silicon (Si), a mineral that has traditionally been underestimated, however, it plays a vital role in the well-being of plants. The objective ...

This research focuses on the control of Black Sigatoka (Mycosphaerella fijiensis) in banana plantations, a disease that requires the continuous use of fungicides and cultivation practices. Due to its high degree of virulence, ...