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Test and plan to control nematodes

Patches in paddocks, increased weeds, uneven and stunted plant growth, yellowing of plants and wilting or death under water stress – particularly at flowering and grain fill stages – can indicate the presence of root disorders in crops. These above-ground symptoms are rarely diagnostic, as many biotic and abiotic disorders/stresses have similar expression. But if pests such as nematodes or root diseases are suspected, it is advisable to correctly identify the cause and make a plan for next season – as there are few options for in-crop management.

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Test and plan to control nematodes

Correct identification of root lesion nematodes (RLN) and root diseases can be achieved by soil testing, coupled with visual assessment of the root and hypocotyl of affected plants. Department of Agriculture...

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