From Morphology to Multi-Omics: A New Age of Fusarium Research.

The genus includes some of the most economically and ecologically impactful fungal pathogens affecting global agriculture and human health. Over the past 15 years, rapid advances in molecular biology, genomics, and diagnostic technologies have reshaped our understanding of taxonomy, host-pathogen dynamics, mycotoxin biosynthesis, and disease management. This review synthesizes key developments in these areas, focusing on agriculturally important species complexes such as the species complex (FOSC), species complex (FGSC), and a discussion on emerging lineages such as .

Microbial Biopesticides' Efficacy in the Management of Tan spot in Wheat.

Tan spot, caused by (Ptr), poses a significant threat to global wheat production, causing yield losses of up to 50% in susceptible cultivars. This study evaluated the efficacy of active ingredients in commercially available microbial biopesticides for managing tan spot under in vitro and greenhouse conditions. In vitro studies demonstrated complete inhibition of mycelial growth by and , while hydrogen peroxide + peroxyacetic acid exhibited partial inhibition.

Bittersweet Challenges: Postharvest Disease Management in Sugarbeet and Sweetpotato.

Root crops like sugarbeet and sweetpotato possess an aggregated value that sets them apart from other crops. This aggregated value includes not only their economic importance but also their high nutritional content, which can enhance global food security. However, the economic and nutritional value of these crops is significantly compromised by postharvest diseases, presenting major socio-economic challenges.

Rotten to the core: Challenges with postharvest disease management of fruit crops.

Postharvest losses are attributed to fungal and bacterial diseases that contribute significantly to food loss and waste. In addition, some of the pathogens produce mycotoxins which contaminate processed food products made from culls and fruit that are not fit for the fresh market. Since consumers expect fresh fruit year-round, coupled with demands for high quality and low residue levels, new research and tools are needed to combat decay.

Fungicide Sensitivity of f. sp. and Affecting Lentil in the Northern Great Plains.

f. sp. and cause wilting and root rot in pulse crops including lentil.