Nematodes can be present in various parts of plants or at various depths in the soil, depending on the circumstances and the life stage. This means that one should be aware of these possibilities when collecting samples. Also, samples should be taken from the proper matrix at the appropriate time,...

This chapter focuses on the importance of accurate measurements for the description and identification of nematodes. Differences, albeit small yet consistent, can, if accurately recorded, be important for distinguishing taxa at the species level, although the usefulness and reliability of these...

This book contains 17 chapters focusing on the biological, taxonomic and molecular characteristics of the plant parasitic cyst nematodes. The importance of the development of environmentally acceptable ways to manage and control these pests are also discussed.

This chapter focuses on the direct and indirect impacts on crop production, history, distribution, morphological characteristics, life cycle, syncytium, effect of abiotic factors and important species, pathotypes and races of cyst nematodes. Information on the symptoms associated with cyst nematode ...

This chapter focuses on the current status of genome and transcriptome projects, key findings from genome/transcriptome projects, population genetics and metagenetics, identification of key biochemical pathways and targets for control, mitochondrial genomes and horizontal gene transfer in cyst...

This chapter focuses on the hatching, survival and sensory perception of cyst nematodes and the links among them. The associated interfaces between the cyst nematodes and their hosts are also discussed.

This chapter focuses on the importance of quarantine in the prevention of the introduction and spread of quarantine pests, such as Globodera pallida, G. rostochiensis, Heterodera glycines and H. schachtii, among others, in a specific country or region. Information on the phytosanitary status and...

This chapter focuses on the general principles concerning resistance to cyst nematodes together with detailed information that relates specifically to soyabean, cereal, potato or sugarbeet cyst nematodes. The results of extensive breeding programmes on improving the resistance of some of the most...

Nematodes can be present in different matrices. This chapter describes several methods to extract nematodes from soil and plant parts. It is crucial that an appropriate method is chosen for the purpose of the research as different types of nematodes, and even different nematode stages, are...

Estimating nematode numbers is required to quantify the presence of certain nematode taxa in plant tissue, field soil or any other substrates. This chapter describes the enumeration of nematodes within plant tissue (e.g. roots, stems, leaves, seeds) and in liquids. It also deals with estimating...