Publisher's Synopsis
This scientific study from 1918 details the results of experiments on the root-knot nematode, a pest that can cause extensive damage to crops. McClintock's work helped lay the foundation for modern methods of pest control, and his findings continue to be relevant to researchers today. This edition includes an introduction on the history of agricultural science and its importance in feeding the world.
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