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entomogenous nematode [1 record]

Record 1 1994-02-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Crop Protection
  • Insects, Centipedes, Spiders, and Scorpions
CONT

Recent research using entomogenous nematodes in the genera Steinernema (Neoalectana) and Heterorhabalitis has shown promise for control of several insect pests, particularly those living in the soil.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Protection des végétaux
  • Insectes, mille-pattes, araignées et scorpions
CONT

Dans le contexte de la lutte biologique, les nématodes sont souvent considérés avec les microorganismes pathogènes, d'où l'expression de «nématodes entomogène» pour désigner les nématodes parasitiques d'insectes (Poinar, 1979; Kaya, 1985).

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