Issue · 2025
Vol. 43, Iss. 1,
10 articles · All issues →
Research ArticleAvian Parasitology in Captive Psittaciformes: A Study of Ascaridia spp. Infections in Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan
Shahzadi Sarrah Atique, Ishrat Aziz
Infections caused by Ascaridia spp. are commonly referred to as ascaridiosis. In parrots, diarrhea, weight loss, lethargy, intestinal blockage, and respiratory distress are examples of clinical signs of illness. In the present study, the prevalence and detecti…
6 Feb 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.1.8
Research ArticlePathogenicity Test and Molecular Identification of Entomopathogenic Nematodes from Various Sugarcane Cultivation Sites in Yogyakarta, Indonesia on White Grub Instar Lepidiota stigma L.
Chimayatus Solichah, Rukmowati Brotodjojo, Seto Agung Kuncoro, Mofit Eko Poerwanto, Miftahul Ajri
One of the main pests in sugarcane is white grub Lepidiota stigma, which can reduce production by up to 60%. Chemical pesticides, though commonly used, pose risks like pest resistance and environmental harm. Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) offer a sustainabl…
27 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.80.87
Research ArticleFlavonoids from Physicnut (Jatropha curcas) as Nematicides for Root-Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) Management on Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) Moench)
Vincent E Ogwudire
Plant defense response is a function of bioactive phytochemicals which confer pesticidal value or ability. The bio-nematicidal activity of Physicnut (Jatropha curcas) flavonoids on okra root-knot nematode was investigated in an in vitro and screenhouse study.…
27 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.70.79
Research ArticlePathogenicity and Management of Root-Knot Nematode, Meloidogyne javanica Infecting Soybean Plants at Different Inoculum Levels
Sahar H. Abdel-Baset, Mohsen E.A. Abo Rehab, Shimaa M.A. Mohamed
Susceptibility of four soybean cultivars (Giza 21, 35, 82, and 111) to root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne javanica categorized according to damage index (DI). Data revealed that all cultivars were susceptible to M. javanica infection. Results showed that increasi…
26 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.23.31
Research ArticleMicroinvertebrates Associated with Freshly Harvested Vegetables Sold in Major Local Markets in Krobo Municipalities of Eastern Region of Ghana: Implications for Health Risks, Phytoparasite Dispersal, and Biosecurity
William K. Heve, Paul O. Aniapam
This study examined incidence of microinvertebrates (MIs) on freshly harvested vegetables sold across major local markets in two Krobo municipals of Eastern Region of Ghana. Cabbages, carrots, onions and lettuces were randomly obtained from different sellers i…
9 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.41.49
Research ArticleSugar Beet Soaking Seeds to Combat Root-Knot Nematode, Meloidogyne javanica (Treub, 1885) Chitwood, 1949 (Under Field Condition)
Mohamed E.A. El-Nasharty
Two field trials were carried out through the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons in a randomized complete block design with three replicates to assess the effect of sugar beet seed treatment with four nematicides: NemaKick, Tervigo, Smart-N, and Velum Prime , with th…
26 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.32.40
ReviewExpanding Biological Control Spectra of Entomopathogenic Nematodes to Tick Pests
Mahfouz M.M. Abd-Elgawad
The entomopathogenic nematode (EPN) products are developing to control crop pests. Yet, their commercialization is limited to few niche markets. Meanwhile, mounting concern over chemical acaricides - because of environmental pollution, human safety, and develo…
15 Feb 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.9.22
Research ArticleDistribution of Plant Parasitic Nematodes Associated with Carrot (Daucus carota L., subsp. sativus) in North Showa Zone, Ethiopia
Gemechu Kebede, Awol Seid, Belay Habtegebriel
Carrot (Daucus carota L. subsp. sativus (Hoffm.)) is one of the most important vegetable crops nutritionally and economically worldwide as well in Ethiopia. Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) reduce up to 12.3% of global food production on an annual basis. They…
2 Jun 2025DOI ttps://dx.doi.org/10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.88.96
Research ArticleResponse of Soil Nematode Communities to Zero-Tillage Weed Control Practices
William K. Heve, Isaac D. Otabil
Fluctuations in abundance of soil nematodes have extensively been used to predict adverse effects of anthropogenic activities on soil biodiversity. The objective of this study was to select the more promising zero-tillage weed control (ZWC) strategy that will…
9 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.50.60
Research ArticleAvian Nematode Infections: A Comparative Study of Capillaria spp. and Ascaridia spp. Infections in Gallus Gallus domesticus (Chickens) and Psittaciformes (Parrots)
Shahzadi Sarrah Atique, Noor Ul-Huda, Ishrat Aziz
Avian nematode infections pose a significant threat to both domesticated and exotic bird species, particularly chickens (Gallus Gallus domesticus) and parrots (Psittaciformes). This study investigates the prevalence of Ascaridia spp. and Capillaria spp. infect…
27 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjn/2025/43.1.61.69