Advances in Nematology

Book Details

• Author: P.C. Trivedi

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Year of Publication: 2003

• ISBN: 9788172333348

• Pages: 317

• Cover: Hard Bound

• Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.75 inches

• Weight: 810 gm

About the Book
"Advances in Nematology" by P.C. Trivedi presents a comprehensive and authoritative account of recent developments in the field of plant nematology. With plant parasitic nematodes being one of the least understood yet highly damaging agricultural pests, this volume aims to bridge the gap between the wealth of scientific information generated over the last three decades and its practical utilization in crop protection.

The book features 21 in-depth articles contributed by leading nematologists, covering a wide spectrum of topics such as:

• Applications of molecular biology in nematology

• Nematodes as biological models

• Race status of plant parasitic nematodes

• Nematode vectors of plant diseases

Additionally, the volume addresses nematode infestations in key crops such as wheat, rice, barley, tobacco, mint, and horticultural plants, particularly within the Indian agricultural context.

Modern nematode management strategies are thoroughly discussed, including:

• Use of VAM fungi and biocontrol agents

• Integrated nematode management (INM) approaches

• The role of nematodes in disease complexes with fungi

• Genetic resistance studies and breeding efforts in crops like barley and forage legumes

A highly valuable reference for students, researchers, extension workers, and plant pathologists, this book serves as a practical guide to understanding and managing plant parasitic nematodes in diverse agro-ecological environments.