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The sophisticated evolution of Trichoderma to control insect pests
The sophisticated evolution of Trichoderma to control insect pests

Trichoderma (Ascomycota, teleomorph: Hypocrea) is comprised of species that are multipurpose, plant-beneficial fungi with importance in agriculture as a direct biological control agent (BCA). However, due to its interaction with plants, it has become recognized also as an indirect BCA and a biostimulant, permitting reduced applications of agrochemicals, thus promoting an ecosustainable agriculture (1).

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