Protective antifungal activity of essential oils extracted from <i>Buddleja perfoliata</i> and <i>Pelargonium graveolens</i> against fungi isolated from stored grains

Abstract

Synthetic chemical fungicides are used to protect stored grains, but their broad use raises concerns about effects on the environment and human health. The impact of the present report is that the use of essential oils is an eco-friendly alternative for fungal control in postharvest grains with a low impact to the environment.