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Golden Nematode (Globodera rostochiensis) is a pest of potatoes. It is a native of Europe and was first detected in New York in 1941.

Control is available by growing resistant varieties.

Scientific Name Common Name Options
Globodera rostochiensisGolden NematodeNAPIS Maps | APHIS-PPQ Page

News
01/04/2010 Roundworm Repository Provides Ag Insurance
10/02/2009 Golden Nematode Update on Canada Situation
02/12/2009 Golden Nematode - Update on the Canadian Situation - Soil Testing of Canada's 2008 Seed Potato Crop Negative for Potato Cyst Nematodes

Links
EPPO Data Sheet
USDA ARS Nematode Lab
Golden Nematode Program Manual
NAPPFAST Host Map
MA Factsheet
 
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