Early Detection of the Root-Knot Nematode Through Developing a Robust Quantitative PCR Approach Compliant with the Minimum Information for Publication of Quantitative Real-Time PCR Experiments Guidelines.

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.

Diversity of root-knot nematodes in Moroccan olive nurseries and orchards: does Meloidogyne javanica disperse according to invasion processes?

Background: 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.

How anthropogenic changes may affect soil-borne parasite diversity? Plant-parasitic nematode communities associated with olive trees in Morocco as a case study.

Background: 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.

Plant-parasitic nematodes associated with olive tree (Olea europaea L.) with a focus on the Mediterranean Basin: a review.

The olive tree (Olea europaea ssp. europaea.) is one of the most ancient cultivated trees.