Plant-parasitic nematodes: a silent threat to crops in agricultural regions such as Sinaloa, Mexico

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https://doi.org/10.62429/rnh20262022226

Keywords:

agriculture, horticultural crops, Meloidogyne, plant-parasitic nematodes, sustainable management, Sinaloa

Abstract

Plant-parasitic nematodes are microscopic organisms considered one of the most important threats to global agriculture due to the damage they cause to plant roots. In agricultural regions such as Sinaloa, these parasites affect economically important crops including chili pepper (Capsicum spp.), tomato (Solanum spp.), cucumber (Cucumis spp.), and eggplant (Solanum spp.), reducing both crop yield and product quality. This article describes what plant-parasitic nematodes are, how they infect plants, the main damage they cause, and the environmental conditions that favor their development. Special attention is given to root-knot nematodes of the genus Meloidogyne, considered among the most harmful groups for agriculture worldwide. Finally, sustainable management strategies aimed at reducing agrochemical use and promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices are discussed.

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Published

2026-09-21

How to Cite

Osuna-Cabanillas, J. M., Bruno-Fiscal, C., Ibarra-Rodríguez, D., Aragón-Noriega, E. A., Borrego-Durán, J. Z., & Rodríguez-Santiago, M. A. (2026). Plant-parasitic nematodes: a silent threat to crops in agricultural regions such as Sinaloa, Mexico. Neotropical Helminthology, 20(2). https://doi.org/10.62429/rnh20262022226