Haplotype screening of the pinewood Nematode, Bursaphelenchus xylophilus Cultures in South Korea

Key Points

• Haplotype diversity of Bursaphelenchus xylophilus was assessed through screening.
• The analysis identified multiple distinct haplotypes in various nematode cultures.
• Culturing specimens was conducted to examine genetic variations across populations.
• These findings underscore the importance of ecological monitoring in health management.