Plant parasitic nematodes in maize & bean crops are reduced by ORGANIC farming practices

A study published in the journal Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment revealed that organic farming practices may help mitigate the proliferation of plant parasitic nematodes (PPN). According to researchers, a combination of agriculture intensification and poor agronomic practices led to increased incidence of PPN and other soil pathogens in East Africa. This then resulted in reduced crop productivity in small holder farms.