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VOL. 11, ISSUE 2 (2026)
Eco-friendly seed treatment strategies for sustainable management of storage fungi in seed crops: A review
Authors
Rinku Meena, Ridhi Joshi
Abstract
Seed storage fungi are among the major constraints affecting seed
quality, viability, and food safety during post-harvest storage. Fungal genera
such as Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fusarium, Alternaria,
and Rhizopus commonly infest stored seeds under favourable environmental
conditions, resulting in deterioration of seed quality, reduced germination,
seedling mortality, and mycotoxin contamination. Conventional chemical
fungicides are widely used to manage storage fungi; however, their excessive
and indiscriminate application has caused in environmental pollution, health
hazards, residue problems, and development of resistant fungal strains.
Consequently, there is increasing global interest in eco‑friendly seed
treatment strategies that are sustainable, safe, and effective. Therefore, this
review aims to critically evaluate the occurrence and impact of storage fungi
in seed crops and summarize recent advances in eco-friendly seed treatment
approaches, including plant-based products, biological control agents, physical
methods, improved storage technologies, and integrated management strategies.
The review also highlights research gaps and future prospects for developing
sustainable seed storage systems.
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Pages:451-460
How to cite this article:
Rinku Meena, Ridhi Joshi "Eco-friendly seed treatment strategies for sustainable management of storage fungi in seed crops: A review". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 11, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 451-460
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