Source:  GROWING PRODUCE, 8/25/22

Nematodes might be microscopic in size, but these soil-dwelling, plant parasitic pests have a giant impact on food crops. Statistics show nematodes are responsible for nearly $125 billion in annual crop loss worldwide. Tomato growers in particular can lose up to 80% of their yield due to infestation. With no letup in sight, a group of scientists are armed and ready to get to the root of the problem. UF/IFAS Assistant Professor of Molecular Nematology Peter DiGennaro, along with two colleagues from N.C. State University, Dahlia Nielsen and Colleen Doherty, have been awarded $1.8 million...

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