Description:

• Nematode infestation occurs mainly during the wet-warm seasons, usually in late spring and summer.

Damage Symptoms:

• Formation of root galls or knots. These root galls interfere with nutrient uptake, causing stunted growth in plants.
•  Yellowing and wilting of tomato leaves, along with falling tomato fruits.
•  Heavily infested tomato plants show stunted growth, reduced vigour, and fewer fruits.

Preventive Measures:

•  Practice crop rotation.
•  Perform deep summer ploughing.

Control Measures:

• Apply Carbofuran or Phorate to the soil.