Management of the burrowing nematode, Radopholus similis (Cobb, 1893) Thorne, 1949 infesting banana*
Abstract
Investigations were carried out on the management of burrowing nematodes, Radopholus simlis, infesting banana, by integrating ecofriendly components such as oil cakes (neem and pongamia), bio-control agent (Trichoderma viride) and a nematicide (carbofuran). The treatments were evaluated individually and in integration against R. similis under field conditions. Among the different treatments, neem cake + carbofuran + T. viride was most effective in reducing the nematode population, improving plant growth and increasing fruit yield with high cost: benefit ratio.
Keywords
Management, Radopholus similis, banana, biocontrol agent, Trichoderma viride, nematicide
