Soil Health and Nematode Control: In the current paper, an attempt is made to outline how the endophytic fungus, Purpureocillium lilacinum, can be employed in the control of CLn nematodes.
Soil management becomes a matter of great significance when it comes to corn production and especially on combating pests such as the corn lesion nematodes. This group of pathogens lives in the roots of corn and arrests nutrient assimilation causing low yields among crops. These chemicals are not friendly to the biological life in the soil, and at times may be environmentally unfriendly. Fortunately, there is a biological remedy such as Purpureocillium lilacinum that conforms to the principles of sustainability. Continue reading to know more about nematodes garden pest control.
The Basis for Determining Purpureocillium lilacinum
Purpureocillium lilacinum is an endophytic soil fungus of which nematicidal potential has been reported. It is an endoparasite whose immature stage parasitizes newly laid eggs and the juveniles of nematodes, and henceанный its ability to control the nematode populations. This biocontrol agent only affects neurotrophic nematodes that are pathogenic to plants while having a neutral effect on the beneficial microorganisms that inhabit the soil, thus promoting soil biodiversity.
NEMA PRO and NEMA PROMAX(cart)
Here at Novobac, we use the natural fungicide known as Purpureocillium lilacinum in our products NEMA PRO and NEMA PROMAX, which are special environmentally friendly soil improving nematophagous nematicides.
- NEMA PRO: This is an organic bionematicide that uses Purpureocillium lilacinum as its active ingredient, in its action against nematode eggs, juveniles and the adults. It causes enhancement of root system and vigor of crop in turn resulting in enhancement of overall plant growth.
- NEMA PROMAX: A novel bio-nematicidal agent, including Burkholderia spp. and Bacillus pumilus which are beneficial bacteria. NEMA PROMAX is a wide ranging nematicide which effectively prevents and controls plant parasitic nematodes while encouraging plant and soil health without leaving any chemical residues.
The following are the benefits that accrue to the use of NEMA PRO and NEMA PROMAX.:
- Effective Nematode Control: Each of the products has shown effectiveness in controlling nematodes to minimize damage to crops.
- Enhanced Plant Growth: Since nematode infestation is maximized with reduced root vigor, these types of bionematicides enhance root growth, as well as water and nutrient absorption.
- Environmental Safety: As biological solutions they reduce harm to the environment and non-target species which makes then favorable for sustainable farming.
- Residue-Free Produce: Their use helps to make crops GMO free from chemical residues to satisfy the market for organic food.
Use in Corn Production
Nemathodes are known to cause the corn lesion and this leads to high yield losses if not well controlled. Nematodes can be used to manage and control nematode garden pests and incorporating NEMA PRO and NEMA PROMAX will prove very useful.
- Soil Preparation: This bionematicide should be applied on the soil prior to planting in order to minimize the levels of nematodes in the field.
- At Planting: Use it at planting time to cover the plant developing roots against the nematodes attacks.
- Post-Planting: Use it as a soil drench at appropriate time during the growing season in order to continuously suppress nematode infestation.
Supporting Research
Research carried out implicates that Purpureocillium lilacinum is capable of decreasing nematode numbers on plants while stimulating plant growth. For example, investigation of eggplants attacked by root-knot nematodes proved that the growth and biomass of the plants were improved when Purpureocillium lilacinum was used on infected plants.
Conclusion
Conservation of soil and monitoring of nematode pests are relevant in enhancing corn yield, productivity and quality. NEMA PRO and NEMA PROMAX from Novobac provide tough, eco-friendly ways of controlling corn lesion nematodes. Using these nematicides in your crop management, you are leaving your corn crops protected, increasing soil health, as well as promoting eco-sustainable farming.
For more information about NEMA PRO, NEMA PROMAX, and other new biocontrol strategies, please go to Novobac’s website.
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