Aureobasidium spp.: Diversity, Versatility, and Agricultural Utility

This review examines the diversity and agricultural uses of Aureobasidium species. It describes their occurrence in environments ranging from benign to extreme and their roles as saprophytes, endophytes, and occasional pathogens. The authors summarize metabolites and biological-control activities that may be useful in crop protection, food production, and environmentally oriented agricultural systems, while also considering evolution and climate-related distribution. The article provides ecological and biotechnology context for the genus; it does not evaluate beta-glucan supplementation or demonstrate health effects in people.