Optimizing Peganum harmala L. and Ricinus communis L. for Sustainable Nematode Control and Growth Stimulation in Melon Cultivation
Root-knot nematode ( Meloidogyne javanica ) is a major pest responsible for significant crop losses globally, particularly affecting melon ( Cucumis melo ). Organic amendments offer an eco-friendly alternative to chemical nematicides for managing plant-parasitic nematodes while enhancing soil health and crop growth. Th...