Stunt nematodes (Tylenchorhynchus spp.) are obligate migratory root ecto-parasitic
nematodes found in the fields of many cultivated crops. These nematodes, with phyto …

This study was aimed at assaying soil and roots to determine the populations of phyto-
parasitic nematodes associated with groundnut in Egbolom. Three groundnut fields …

A survey to evaluate the viability of poultry droppings as a management option for the control
of plant parasitic nematodes was tested on Capsicum annuum. Bell pepper monoculture …

Bell pepper farming significantly contributes to economic development in Abua. However,
phyto-parasitic nematodes are endemic in the area and affect quality of crop yield. Hence …

Banana (Musa sapientum L.) cultivation in rural communities creates job opportunities and
generates income. Soil nematodes, a major pest, can lead to yield loss and financial loss. To …

Cultivation of Pepper, a vegetable fruit crop of prominence in Otuoke, is often hampered by
parasitic nematode infesta Page 1 African Journal of Agriculture and Food Science ISSN …

The study examined eelworm richness in soil across three core depths at dry and wet
seasons, drawing inferences on the effects of seasons on the vertical distribution of the …

The soil yielded a total of 746 nematodes from 15 genera, while the roots recorded 216
nematodes from 6 genera. Gracilachus species, 10.6% were widespread in soil while …

Root-knot nematodes are invertebrate worms that belong to the genus Meloidogyne. Over
90 species have already been described, several of which are known to be parasitic on …

Background: Food irradiation is a process used for various purposes, ensuring food safety
being its major application. Nevertheless, the great majority of potential consumers of …