Solid vermicompost and its liquid derivative exhibit strong biocontrol properties against Myzus persicae aphids on sweet pepper

Abstract

"We chemically mapped liquid vermicompost and found it to be rich in antioxidants and phytohormones likely to improve plant health. Using a metabarcoding approach, we found that both solid and liquid vermicompost exhibit rich bacterial and fungal communities, but with a few dominant taxa that could contribute to vermicompost's biocontrol properties. Overall, our study shows that different forms of vermicompost can be effective aphid control agents and paves the way for investigating the modes of action and optimizing the use of vermicompost according to the diversity of agricultural practices." - Extrait de l'abstract