The unseen rice root nematode problem in irrigated rice.
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Abstract This chapter focuses on the economic importance, host range, geographical distribution, damage symptoms and biology and life cycle of Hirschmanniella oryzae and H. mucronata, the dominant nematode species infecting rice crops in India. The interactions of these pests with other nematodes and pathogens, the efficacy of some recommended integrated nematode management strategies and future developments in Indian nematode control are also discussed.