The Cyst Nematodes

The damage caused by nematodes to agricultural crops worldwide runs into billions of dollars and cyst nematodes are one of the most important of these nematode pests. Although initially assumed to be a major problem only in temperate regions, they are now considered to be of global importance across a range of different agro-ecological zones. This text, concentrating wholly on cyst nematodes, offers a global perspective on this important crop pest. An international team of contributors, each one an active researcher in this area, presents a review of our current knowledge at the end of the 20th century. Topics discussed include evolution, genetic diversity, genetic engineering, taxonomy, distribution, biology and physiology, pathogenicity, and control. The information contained within this book should be of value to students and specialists studying or researching nematodes; it should also be of interest and value to anyone working in the fields of crop protection, biological control, integrated pest management or sustainable agriculture.