Rotylenchulus reniformis Scorecard

Species:  Rotylenchulus reniformis

Common Name:  Reniform Nematode

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Results

Impact Total:13 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

Ability to Respond Total:15 / 25Ability to Respond = ( Ease of Response + Tools in Place )

Confidence:Medium

Confidence Notes:

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateLocal dispersal is very minimal. Transport through infested vegetation or soil is required. May also be spread in irrigation water.2
Spread AmountVery broad host set, very wide range over state.4
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalSoil insecticides would be a primary means for management and these could present water quality issues.2
AgriculturalHighly polyphagous (>314 species are hosts), hosts include cotton, cowpea, soybean, citrus, solanaceous crops and various other vegetables.5
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
BenefitNotesScore
Ecological0
Agricultural0
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
Total13

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionSymptoms depend on species that is attacked; generally they are: reduced root system, chlorosis, stunting, and reduced yield and longevity.2
ControlSoil solarization and crop rotation help to reduce populations and increase yields. Pre-planting soil fumigation also is effective.3
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
EntryA-rated pest from CDFA.5
ControlA-rated pest from CDFA.5
OutreachNone.0
Total15

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