Métodos de conservación como herramienta para salvaguardar agentes de control biológico útiles en el control de plagas

Abstract

Microorganisms play a vital role, whether in nature or in different areas of human activities. In the case of agriculture, we have microbes to use as powerful allies in the regulation of insect populations or pathogens that attack our crop fields. In this regard in Mexico, great efforts have been made to have collections of these organisms, so some questions arise: what has been done to conserve the diversity of these tiny beings, what methods are used to store them, are these methods efficient, how have we taken advantage of this valuable genetic resource? Let’s take a closer look at their importance and the benefits they bring to plant health in our country.