Extreme Temperature Switches Eliminate Root-Knot Nematodes: A Greenhouse Study
Root-knot nematodes (RKNs) severely affect the yield and quality of vegetable crops. While some chemical pesticides can effectively eliminate RKNs, they leave behind significant pesticide residues in vegetables and soil that are potentially harmful for humans. Research suggests that dormant RKNs in...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-01-01
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Series: | Horticulturae |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/9/2/139 |