Root-knot nematodes (RKNs) are major threats to crops through attacking the roots, which induces an abnormal development of the plant. is of particular concern, as it is currently expanding its distribution area and displays a wide host range. Effective plant protection against this RKN requires early detection, as even a single individual can cause severe economic losses on susceptible crops.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Root-knot nematodes (RKN) are major pest of olive tree (Olea europaea ssp. europaea), especially in nurseries and high-density orchards. Soil samples were collected from main olive growing areas of Morocco, to characterize Meloidogyne species and to discuss the contribution of biotic and abiotic factors in their spatial distribution.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPN) are major crop pests. On olive (Olea europaea), they significantly contribute to economic losses in the top-ten olive producing countries in the world especially in nurseries and under cropping intensification. The diversity and the structure of PPN communities respond to environmental and anthropogenic forces.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe olive tree (Olea europaea ssp. europaea.) is one of the most ancient cultivated trees.
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