Phage therapy in agriculture: from discovery to field application

Warwick researchers Mojgan Rabiey and Shannon Greer discuss phage biocontrol for black rot in brassicas and bacterial canker in cherries in this hour-long webinar recording. The talk covers host-range screening, cocktail design and plant experiments, including proof-of-concept work using bumblebees to carry phage powder from hives to flowers. The discussion also explores delivery challenges and the safety, formulation and regulatory work needed to develop these approaches for agricultural use.