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Nitrate analogs as attractants for soybean cyst nematode
Akito Hosoi1, Tsutomu Katsuyama1, Yasuyuki Sasaki1
1a Department of Bioscience , Tokyo University of Agriculture , Tokyo , Japan.
Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry
|June 9, 2017
Summary
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is drawn to nitrate compounds. However, SCN
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Nematology
- Plant Pathology
Background:
- Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is a significant pathogen impacting soybean production.
- Understanding SCN's host-seeking behavior is crucial for developing effective control strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate novel attractants for soybean cyst nematode (SCN).
- To elucidate the role of nitrate and its analogs in SCN attraction.
Main Methods:
- Conducted attraction assays to identify SCN attractants.
- Utilized nitrate and various nitrate analogs in attraction experiments.
- Compared SCN response to chemical attractants versus plant-derived attractants.
Main Results:
- SCN demonstrated attraction to nitrate and its analogs.
- SCN recognized and responded to nitrate gradients.
- Attraction to nitrates was not observed on agar containing nitrate.
- SCN was attracted to azuki root, independent of nitrate presence.
Conclusions:
- Nitrate and its analogs act as attractants for SCN.
- SCN exhibits distinct attraction mechanisms for chemical compounds versus plant roots.
- Further research is needed to understand the specific chemosensory pathways involved.
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