Abstract
Plant parasitic nematodes are a major problem for growers worldwide, causing severe crop losses. Several conventional strategies, such as chemical nematicides and biofumigation, have been employed in the past to manage their infection in plants and spread in soils. However, the search for the most sustainable and environmentally safe practices is still ongoing. This review summarises information on plant parasitic nematodes, their distribution, and their interaction with their host plants, along with various approaches to manage their infestations. It also focuses on the application of microbial and fermentation-based bionematicides that have not only been successful in controlling nematode infection but have also led to plant growth promotion and proven to be environmentally safe. Studies with new information on the relative abundance of plant parasitic nematodes in two agricultural sites in the Republic of Ireland are also reported. This review, with the information it provides, will help to generate an up-to-date knowledge base on plant parasitic nematodes and their management practices.
Highlights
There are nearly 4100 species of plant parasitic nematodes (PPN) reported to date that are considered to be a serious constraint for global food security [1]
In the UK alone, it is estimated that the cyst nematodes Globodera rostochiensis and Globodera pallida are responsible for approximately 9% of the total UK potato production losses [4]
The information in this review attempts to help provide an overall understanding of various aspects related to plant parasitic nematodes and their management
Summary
There are nearly 4100 species of plant parasitic nematodes (PPN) reported to date that are considered to be a serious constraint for global food security [1]. Considering economic development and food preferences, the World Bank in 2008 estimated a 35% increase in world population by 2050, which will correspond to a 75% increase in food demand [2]. It has become an environmental concern for relevant stakeholders worldwide to promote sustainable methods to enhance the efficiency of resource use [3]. The objectives of this review are to (1) report on the global PPN distribution along with studies performed in two Irish agricultural sites, (2) summarise information on hostparasite interactions and (3) discuss current PPN management strategies with an emphasis on the benefits of microbial and fermentation based products
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