Journal of Microbial Pathogenesis

Characterization of bacteriophages infecting Pectobacterium spp. for phage-based biocontrol formulation against soft rot in field conditions

Abstract

Maja Zaczek-Moczydlowska

Soft rot Enterobacteriaceae, including Pectobacterium and
Dickeya, affect a number of plants including vegetables and
fruits, causing high economic loses for producers. There is
currently no treatment for soft rot Enterobacteriaceae in field
conditions, and control is largely based on the use of sanitary
growing practices.