EC Microbiology

Editorial Volume 21 Issue 8 - 2025

The Utilization of Microorganisms for Controlling Fungal Root Diseases in Legume Crops

Marwa AM Atwa*

Legume and Forage Diseases Research Department, Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, Egypt

*Corresponding Author:Marwa AM Atwa, Legume and Forage Diseases Research Department, Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, Egypt.
Received: June 23, 2025; Published: July 31, 2025



Legume crops such as faba bean, chickpea, lupine, soybean, and lentil are critical components of sustainable agriculture due to their significant contributions to food and ecosystem services [1]. Legume crops are a vital source of protein for human consumption because of their high protein content (16 - 50%) [2].

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Marwa AM Atwa. “The Utilization of Microorganisms for Controlling Fungal Root Diseases in Legume Crops”. EC Microbiology  21.8 (2025): 01-03.

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