Hemp Extracts vs. Plant Pathogens
Author Information
Author(s): Kanyairita Getrude G., Mortley Desmond G., Collier Willard E., Fagbodun Sheritta, Mweta Jamila M., Uwamahoro Hilarie, Dowell Le’Shaun T., Mukuka Mwamba F.
Primary Institution: Tuskegee University
Hypothesis
Can industrial hemp extracts effectively inhibit the growth of specific phytopathogenic bacteria?
Conclusion
Hemp extract shows potential as a sustainable biopesticide against major plant pathogens.
Supporting Evidence
- Hemp extract showed a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 2.05 mg/mL for P. syringae pv. tabaci.
- The study revealed a significant inhibition zone of 34.5 mm for E. carotovora at the highest concentration.
- Time-kill assays indicated that hemp extract maintained high efficacy against the tested bacteria over 24 hours.
- Hemp extract was more effective against P. syringae pv. tabaci than E. carotovora.
Takeaway
This study found that hemp extracts can help stop bad bacteria that harm plants, making it a safer option than chemical pesticides.
Methodology
The study used inhibition zone assays, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) tests, and time-kill assays to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of hemp extracts.
Limitations
The study did not explore the long-term effects of hemp extracts on soil health or potential resistance development in bacteria.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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