Root-knot nematode: Westan variety of baby limas is highly resistant to the pest

Allard, R

Root-knot nematode: Westan variety of baby limas is highly resistant to the pest

Author

R. W. Allard

Author Affiliations

R. W. Allard is Assistant Professor of Agronomy and Assistant Agronontist in the Experiment Station, Davis.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 2(11):9-9. DOI:10.3733/ca.v002n11p9. November 1948.

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Abstract

Lima beans are susceptible to the root-knot nematode—a nearly microscopic worm—whose attacks on the roots lead to severe curtailment of yield or to death of the plant.

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