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    Modelling economic aspects of Potato Cyst Nematode spread and control

    This project investigated the spread and economic impact of potato cyst nematodes (PCN) in the county of Angus in Scotland.

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    Hyperspectral Imaging Shows Potential to Detect Hidden Nematode Stress in Potatoes

    Hyperspectral imaging, combined with advanced data analytics, could enable earlier detection of potato cyst nematode infestations before visible crop damage appears, according to new research published in Plant Phenomics.

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    The nematode squeeze: What works against PCN and root-lesion in an era of fumigant restrictions

    How growers are replacing banned fumigants with genetics, biofumigation, trap crops and smarter rotations to keep PCN and root-lesion nematodes in check...

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    Potato Cyst Nematodes: A Hidden Threat to Potato Farming

    Potatoes are the most important food and cash crops globally, and the second most important after maize in Kenya. Potato production is often threatened by pests and diseases, despite its importance as a source of food security and income generation for millions of farmers.