Category: nematodes
Plant nematodes: what they are, how to recognise them and how to protect crops
Plant nematodes represent a particularly insidious problem for numerous agricultural crops. They live in the soil, are microscopic in size and, in phytoparasitic species, can directly attack the root system, compromising the plant's ability to properly absorb water and nutrients. One of the most complex aspects is precisely the diagnosis: often the first visible symptoms on the […]
Plant nematodes: what they are, what damage they cause, and how to control them sustainably
Phytoparasitic nematodes represent one of the most underestimated threats to many agricultural crops. Invisible to the naked eye and present in the soil, these microscopic organisms can compromise root system development, reduce water and nutrient uptake, and cause significant production losses. Often, the problem is only identified when the damage is already evident and the [...]
Potato Protocol: Managing wireworms and nematodes in the soil sustainably
Potato cultivation requires careful management of the root system and soil health. Among the most widespread and difficult-to-manage problems are root-knot nematodes and wireworms; these pests can compromise yield, commercial quality, and crop uniformity. Furthermore, in recent years, an increase in environmental stresses and microbiological impoverishment of the [...]
Nematodes: An Invisible Threat to Tomato, Potato and Carrot Crops
Plant-parasitic nematodes are among the most insidious pests threatening modern agriculture. Among the most affected crops are tomato, potato and carrot. Effective management of nematodes is therefore essential to ensure abundant and sustainable harvests.