Stubby-Root and Sting Nematode of Tomato
Paratrichodorus spp. / Belonolaimus spp.
Tomatonematode
Root-feeding nematodes causing stunted, stubby roots; stubby-root nematode can also spread tobacco rattle virus.
Symptoms
Stunted, stubby root systems and general plant decline, more severe in light, sandy soils.
Favorable conditions
- •Sandy soils that favor nematode movement
- •Continuous cropping without rotation
Management
- 1Apply nematicides on confirmed infestations
- 2Rotate with non-host crops
- 3Practice good field sanitation in sandy fields
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