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    Entomopathogenic Nematodes

    • Last Update: 2020-11-18
    • Source: Internet
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    Entomopathogenic nematodes of the genera
    Steinernema and Hetero rhabditis
    (Nematoda: Rhabditida) have emerged as excellent insect biological control agents. This discipline of insect pathology has made enormous strides since Glaser’s discovery more than 60 yr ago of nematodes infesting white grubs (
    1
    ,
    2
    ). Recent advances in mass-production and formulation technology, and the discovery of numerous isolates/strains, together with the desirability of reducing pesticide usage, has resulted in a surge of scientific and commercial interest in these insect-killing nematodes (
    3
    ) This has culminated in the commercial availability of many nematode products for use in several mediumand high-value markets (
    4
    ). This chapter will briefly review nematode biology, mass production, formulation, quality, application strategy, and field efficacy.
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