Nematode, Stem and Bulb

You'll see stem and bulb nematode as stunted plants with short, thick petioles, particularly evident in cool, wet springs. Soil sampling before planting helps identify infested fields. This disease rarely appears in strawberry but can affect other crops. Remove infected plants and rotate to new land or different crops for three years. Practice good weed control and fallow periods to disrupt the nematode life cycle.

Remove infected plants. Rotate to new land or other crops for 3 years. Remove infected material promptly and improve growing conditions to limit pathogen spread. Good sanitation, adequate spacing, and proper irrigation practices reduce disease pressure over time.