Broomrapes in Major Mediterranean Crops: From Management Strategies to Novel Approaches for Next-Generation Control
Chachalis D, Tani E, Kapazoglou A, Gerakari M, Petraki A, Pérez-Alfocea F, Martínez-Melgarejo PA, Albert M, Khamassi K, Kharrat M (2025)
Publication Type: Journal article, Review article
Publication year: 2025
Book Volume: 14
Article Number: 40
Journal Issue: 2
Abstract
Broomrapes (Orobanche and Phelipanche spp.) are parasitic weeds that significantly impact the productivity of major crops in the Mediterranean region, like tomato (Solanum spp.) and faba bean (Vicia faba) species. This review article extensively discusses management strategies to control broomrapes, which range from preventive measures to curative approaches. Additionally, it includes meaningful information on the intricate molecular mechanisms underlying the broomrape–host interaction, focusing on the host recognition of parasitic plant molecular patterns and the hormonal crosstalk that regulates the establishment of parasitism. Moreover, this article highlights the potential of breeding for resistance in cultivated crops, such as tomato and faba bean, as a sustainable, long-term solution to combat broomrape infestation. This review serves as a valuable resource for both researchers and farmers, offering insights for developing, implementing, and adapting effective and environmentally sustainable management practices for broomrape in Mediterranean agricultural systems.
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Involved external institutions
Benaki Phytopathological Institute (BPI) / Μπενάκειο Φυτοπαθολογικό Ινστιτούτο
Greece (GR)
Agricultural University of Athens
Greece (GR)
Hellenic Agricultural Organization - DIMITRA / ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΟΣ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΚΟΣ ΟΡΓΑΝΙΣΜΟΣ - ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ
Greece (GR)
Center for Applied Soil Science and Biology of the Segura / Centro de Edafología y Biología Aplicada del Segura (CEBAS-CSIC)
Spain (ES)
Université de Carthage / جامعة قرطاج
Tunisia (TN)
Greece (GR)
Agricultural University of Athens
Greece (GR)
Hellenic Agricultural Organization - DIMITRA / ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΟΣ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΚΟΣ ΟΡΓΑΝΙΣΜΟΣ - ΔΗΜΗΤΡΑ
Greece (GR)
Center for Applied Soil Science and Biology of the Segura / Centro de Edafología y Biología Aplicada del Segura (CEBAS-CSIC)
Spain (ES)
Université de Carthage / جامعة قرطاج
Tunisia (TN)
How to cite
APA:
Chachalis, D., Tani, E., Kapazoglou, A., Gerakari, M., Petraki, A., Pérez-Alfocea, F.,... Kharrat, M. (2025). Broomrapes in Major Mediterranean Crops: From Management Strategies to Novel Approaches for Next-Generation Control. , 14(2). https://doi.org/10.3390/biotech14020040
MLA:
Chachalis, Demosthenis, et al. "Broomrapes in Major Mediterranean Crops: From Management Strategies to Novel Approaches for Next-Generation Control." 14.2 (2025).
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