Novel bacteria species in nematode biocontrol.

Abstract

One of the most studied and promising examples of natural control of phytonematodes is the bacterial biological control agent (BCA). These bacteria occur in soil and cause a high degree of nematode suppression. Research on soil microorganisms antagonistic to nematodes showed the efficacy of bacterial BCAs such as Pasteuria penetrans and Pseudomonas spp., as a promising, economical and safe strategy in the management of plant parasitic nematodes (PPNs). This chapter attempts to highlight the use of P. penetrans and Pseudomonas oryzihabitans in the management of PPNs in general and root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) in particular.