Biological control of nematodes
AssigneeRegents of the University of Minnesota, a Minnesota corporation
InventorSenyu Chen
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Abstract
The present invention provides a novel isolated and purified fungus Hirsutella minnesotensis. The present invention also provides a pesticidal composition of an effective amount of an isolated and purified fungal strain of Hirsutella rhossiliensis or Hirsutella minnesotensis that is capable of controlling nematode infestation and a carrier. Further, the present invention provides methods of controlling nematode infestation.
Claims37
A biologically pure culture of Hirsutella minnesotensis.
A pesticidal composition comprising an effective amount of a biologically pure culture of a fungal strain, wherein the fungal strain is Hirsutella rhossiliensis ATCC PTA-3179 or Hirsutella minnesotensis capable of controlling nematode infestation and a carrier.
A method for controlling nematodes comprising applying an effective amount of a pesticidal composition into soil before planting, or onto a target plant or onto the situs of a target plant, wherein the pesticidal composition comprises an effective amount of a biologically pure culture of a fungal strain, wherein the fungal strain is Hirsutella rhossiliensis ATCC PTA-3179 or Hirsutella minnesotensis capable of controlling nematode infestation and a carrier.
A biologically pure culture of Hirsutella rhossiliensis ATCC PTA-3179.
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