Role of Biostimulants in Inducing Resistance for Phytosanitary Management

Abstract

Biostimulants perform functions that improve plant metabolism and can positively interfere with processes such as respiration, photosynthesis, synthesis of nucleic acids and absorption of ions. Furthermore, they improve the roots’ ability to absorb nutrients. Thus, bistimulants can help to induce plant resistance by improving the nutritional capacity of plants, making them more tolerant to pathogen attack. Therefore, the use of biostimulants can have beneficial effects, providing an increase in plant productivity, whether through stimulating their physiology or controlling diseases.