Tagetes cultivation for nematode control in Dutch agriculture

Biological soil disinfection using tagetes to combat Pratylenchus penetrans in Dutch sandy soils

Detail description

The AgriLink project explored tagetes cultivation as a sustainable biological method for controlling Pratylenchus penetrans nematodes in sandy soils across Dutch agricultural regions, including NL132, NL321, NL411, and NL421. This innovation, driven by stricter regulations on chemical soil disinfectants, has been successfully adopted by the tree nursery and strawberry sectors, which face high nematode pressure. Research and advisory organizations have collaborated since the 1990s to refine application techniques and share knowledge, supporting the transition to eco-friendly farming practices.

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Contribution detail info

Project: AgriLink
AgriLink. Agricultural Knowledge: Linking farmers, advisors and researchers to boost innovation.
Location: Europe
Authors: Daan Verstand
Purpose: Communication, Dissemination

File type: document
Created on: Nov 30, 2021
Origin language: English
Official project website: AgriLink
License: CC BY

Keywords: Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System
Farm advisory services
Living Laboratory
sustainable agriculture
biological pest control
nematodes
Tagetes
legislation
innovation
sandy soils
Netherlands
fruit farming
strawberry farming
potato farming
rose farming
lily farming
Themes: Training
Diversification