Alleviation of Nematode-Mediated Apple Replant Disease by Pre-Cultivation of <i>Tagetes</i>

Alleviation of Nematode-Mediated Apple Replant Disease by Pre-Cultivation of <i>Tagetes</i>

Apple replant disease (ARD) is a severe problem in orchards and tree nurseries caused by yet unknown soil biota that accumulate over replanting cycles. This study tested the contribution of nematodes to ARD, and cultivation of <i>Tagetes</i> as a control option. In a pot experiment, <...

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Main Authors: Xorla Kanfra, Taye Obawolu, Andreas Wrede, Bernhard Strolka, Traud Winkelmann, Bernd Hardeweg, Holger Heuer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Horticulturae
Subjects:
<i>Tagetes</i>
marigold
apple replant disease
nematodes
pest control
soil biome management
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/7/11/433

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