Microbes act as biocontrol agents by controlling the population of harmful pests and pathogens in agriculture. They do this by producing toxins, parasitizing pests, or outcompeting harmful organisms, promoting eco-friendly pest management. Examples include Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), which produces toxins lethal to insect larvae.
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