Investigating the potential of indigenous nematode isolates to control invasive molluscs in canola
Journal: SUNScholar (Stellenbosch University)
Year: 2016

Terrestrial molluscs (Mollusca: Gastropoda) are important economic pests worldwide, causing extensive damage to a variety of crop types, and posing a health risk to both humans and wildlife.In South Africa, the climate is favourable for invasive European molluscs, especially in the Western Cape province, where there are mild, damp winters.One crop that is particularly targeted by the pests concerned is canola (Brassica napus), which is a winter arable crop that is commercially produced for its u