The usage of chemical pesticides for the control of diseases and pests including plant parasitic nematodes (PPNs) is increasing from last many decades at an alarming rate. Its drawbacks include not only the huge cost and labour involved but also its adverse effect on the crop, soil, water and human health. Chemical methods are curative controls of pest but our approach must be preventive. The aim should be to prevent the pests and diseases that too with a technique that is suitable for a wide

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... ea, is cost-effective and ecologically sound. Soil solarization is one of those cultural practices that aims towards safe and long-lasting manner, and thus the production of crops.