Nano-TiO2 as a Sustainable Strategy to Control Root-Knot Nematodes (RKNs) in Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.)

Key Points

• Nano-TiO2 application reduces root-knot nematodes in tomato soil by 46%, enhancing crop yield.
• Field trials demonstrated this sustainable strategy over three growing seasons across diverse regions.
• Assessment involved using nano-TiO2 as a soil application to monitor effects on nematode populations and tomato health.
• Findings support nano-TiO2 as a promising alternative to conventional pesticides, beneficial for sustainable agriculture.