- The nematode attacks the roots and produces tiny galls.
- These galls then block the movement of nutrients and water in the plant system resulting in its wilting and finally leading to its death.
- Symptoms include yellowing of the foliage and wilting of the upper leaves.
- Can be avoided by using resistant varieties
- Use deep plowing as a method to control root-knot nematodes.
- Neem cake at the rate of 80 Kg/Acre should be applied for effective control.
- Carbofuran 3G at the rate of 8 kg/acre should be applied as a soil treatment.
- PAECILOMYCES LILACINUS (Nematofree) @ 10 gram / kg seed for seed treatment, 50 gm / meter sq Nursery Treatment
- PAECILOMYCES LILACINUS (Nematofree)@ 1 kg/acre use as a soil treatment.
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