Project

Biodiversity and management of plant-parasitic nematodes associated with wheat (Triticum aestivum) in the main cropping areas of Ethiopia.

Code
01W01524
Duration
01 October 2024 → 30 September 2029
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Promotor
Research disciplines
  • Natural sciences
    • Animal systematics and taxonomy
  • Agricultural and food sciences
    • Agricultural plant protection
Keywords
Cereal Crops Host plant status IPM Tolerance Host resistance
 
Project description

Plant-parasitic nematodes cause significant yield loss in wheat production. A study of the distribution and characterization of plant-parasitic nematodes in relation to yield loss in Ethiopia is necessary to understand their potential damage. Resistance and tolerance is proven an eco-friendly and sustainable strategy to manage plant-parasitic nematodes and will be the focus in this PhD research to guarantee sustainable wheat production in Ethiopian soils.