Reniform nematode, Rotylenchulus reniformis is a semi-endoparasitic nematode infecting over 300 plant species including important fiber crops like cotton. Introgression of reniform nematode resistance from a distantly-related resistant species Gossypium longicalyx into cultivated upland species Gossypium hirsutum has been a challenge. An approach towards achieving nematode resistance in crop plants has been to identify candidate parasitism genes expressed in the nematode facilitating infection of host plant species, and silencing the same through reverse genetic approaches like RNAi. A cDNA library constructed from the sedentary female stage of reniform nematode revealed an EST coding for C-type lectins and occurring in high frequency. Identification and characterization of C-type lectins in reniform nematode is important in understanding the immune system of nematode and in planning strategies for the development of reniform nematode resistant cotton varieties. A total of 11 C-type lectin gene family members were identified across six life stages of reniform nematode, with each member expected to play a significant role in the development and parasitic establishment with the host plant. Conserved sites characteristic of C-type lectins found in other organisms have been identified in the C-type lectin genes in reniform nematode for binding of Ca+2 and mannose. The highest level of expression of C-type lectins was observed in the sedentary female stage indicating it to be possibly the most sensitive stage to microbial infection and so a likely stage to target for its management. The site of secretion of C-type lectins in the sedentary female stage could be identified by in situ hybridization as the hypodermal region of the exposed posterior body region which is not inserted into the host root tissue. Phylogenetic analyses of C-type lectin domains of various nematode groups placed the plant-parasitic nematodes in one group indicating the possibility of co-evolution and probably carrying out a similar function aiding in the establishment of parasitism with host plants. Our findings now extend the spectrum of known nematode C-type lectin genes and suggest that lectin activity might be a more general feature of parasitism which could be explored in better understanding the interactions occurring at the host-nematode and nematode-pathogen interfaces.

The Gossypium genus includes 45 diploid and 5 tetraploid cotton species of which only 2 diploids and 2 tetraploids are cultivated in different parts of the tropics and sub-tropics, leaving the remaining diploid and tetraploid species as potential genetic sources for novel trait introgression. The reniform nematode (Rotylenchulus reniformis Linford and Oliveira) poses significant problems to US cultivated Upland cottons (Gossypium hirsutum L., 2n=52), all of which lack high resistance. This work was in collaboration with the USDA-ARS team that focussed on introgressing reniform nematode-resistance from a diploid cotton species, Gossypium longicalyx Hutch. & Lee into G. hirsutum by creating a tri-species hybrid, HLA and backcross breeding (Bell et al., 2007; Robinson et al., 2007). The main objectives of this work were [1] to cytogenetically evaluate and help select superior types at each introgressed generation; [2] to identify molecular markers tightly linked to the reniform nematode-resistance gene and to map the resistance loci; [3] (A) to introgress germplasm on a genome-wide basis, (B) to evaluate introgressed germplasm for traits of economic importance other than reniform nematode resistance, and (C) to evaluate breeding methodologies in terms of this specialized breeding material. Reniform nematode resistant plants were of diverse cytogenetic constitution but individuals that modally formed 26II chromosomal configuration were identified at BC2F1, BC3F1, BC4F1, and BC5F1 generations. Three SSR markers, BNL3279_114, BNL1066_156, and BNL836_215 and one phenotypic marker, green-colored fuzz (Fzglon), were identified to be tightly-linked to the resistance locus. Extension of the association analysis and linkage estimation to 16 susceptible self progeny (BC1S1, BC3S1 and BC6S1) and 374 susceptible backcross hybrids (BC2F1-BC8F1) mapped the resistance locus to chromosome 11 of cotton with BNL3279_114 on one side and Fzglon on the other at 0.8 cM and 2.8 cM, respectively. Besides reniform nematode-resistance introgression, genome-wide introgression efforts were also conducted. Low micronaire and high fiber strength were the two most promising traits identified in the HLA-derived introgressed generations. Most of the introgressed generations had high variability for the fiber-quality traits than the commercial checks, thus providing more opportunities for selection and improvement.

Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) growth, development, and yield can be limited due to reniform nematode and bacterial blight infestation. Studies were conducted in 2016 and 2017 to evaluate the profitability of a soil fumigant application, seed treatments, and inurrow nematicides to protect cotton from nematode infestation as well as inoculation of bacterial blight at various growth stages in cotton to determine effects on yield. Research was conducted by applying various combinations of nematicides to cottonseed at planting and a fumigant prior to planting. Bacterial blight was conducted by inoculated on cotton at multiple growth stages throughout the year. Based on the results of these studies, a seed treatment plus inurrow application should be applied at planting in nematode infested fields to increase yield and economic returns in cotton. Bacterial blight infestation was greatest when inoculated at pinhead square in cotton.

Soybean (Glycine max [L.] Merr.) is one of the most important crops in the world. The average annual yield losses due to soybean diseases and pests are estimated to be around 11% in the United States. Soybean yield losses due to sudden death syndrome (SDS), caused by the fungus Fusarium virguliforme O'Donnell & T. Aoki have been problematic in majority of the soybean producing states. In recent years, reniform nematode (RN, Rotylenchulus reniformis Linford and Oliveira) and frogeye leaf spot (FLS), caused by the fungus Cercospora sojina K. Hara have emerged as a major problem in the southern soybean producing states. Planting resistant cultivars is one of the most cost-efficient methods in managing SDS, RN, and FLS, therefore it would be critical to identify and map the quantitative trait loci (QTL) that underlie their resistances. Two soybean populations were evaluated in this study. The ‘Essex’ × ‘Forrest’ 77 near-isogenic lines were screened in the field to evaluate the disease index of SDS. The Essex × Forrest and ‘Flyer’ × ‘Hartwig’ recombinant inbred lines were screened in the greenhouse to assess the reproduction index of RN and the disease severity of FLS. The BARCSoySNP6k chip was used to genotype the two populations. Four QTL that underlie SDS resistances were mapped in the same region as Rfv06-01, Rfv06-02, Rfv13-01, and Rfv19-01. The Rfv06-02 interval in this study was smaller than the one previously reported. Rrr08-01, Rrr13-01, Rrr15-01, Rrr18-01, and Rrr18-02 were reported to confer resistances to RN. Rrr08-01, Rrr13-01 and Rrr15-01 were novel whereas Rrr18-01, and Rrr18-02 were mapped in previous studies. cqSCN-001 (soybean cyst nematode, Heterodera glycines Ichinohe) was identified in the same region as Rrr18-01, and Rrr18-02 whereas cqSCN-006 was identified in the same region as Rrr15-01. These findings provide further evidence that there are common sources of genetic resistances to RN and SCN. Rcs15-01 and Rcs15-02 were reported to confer resistances to FLS. Rcs15-01 was novel and Rcs15-02 was mapped at the same region as an Rcs mapped in a previous study. This indicated that Rcs15-02 has dual resistances to C. sojina races. Candidate genes were inferred in this study. The QTL mapped in this study could potentially be used in soybean breeding programs that aim to introgress genetic resources that confer resistances to SDS, RN, and FLS.

Submitted by ADRIANA APARECIDA GABIA null (adrianagabia@hotmail.com) on 2017-03-24T21:52:58Z No. of bitstreams: 1 Tese - Adriana Aparecida Gabia.pdf: 962569 bytes, checksum: 97661626b3aac943cf38c28fda2300d6 (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Luiz Galeffi (luizgaleffi@gmail.com) on 2017-03-29T18:23:09Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 gabia_aa_dr_bot.pdf: 962569 bytes, checksum: 97661626b3aac943cf38c28fda2300d6 (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2017-03-29T18:23:09Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 gabia_aa_dr_bot.pdf: 962569 bytes, checksum: 97661626b3aac943cf38c28fda2300d6 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2017-02-02 / Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES) / O nematoide reniforme, Rotylenchulus reniformis, considerado de interesse secundário, passou a ser um dos mais importantes problemas fitossanitários na cultura da soja. Os objetivos desse trabalho foram avaliar a interferência de diferentes cultivos na população de R. reniformis e a distribuição horizontal, vertical e temporal da população desse nematoide em área de cultivo de soja, determinando o número de subamostras necessárias para a formação de uma amostra composta representativa. O experimento foi realizado na Fazenda Experimental Lageado, município de Botucatu, SP, em área naturalmente infestada por R. reniformis. Para avaliar a interferência de diferentes sistemas de cultivo sobre a população do nematoide reniforme, o experimento foi conduzido por quatro anos consecutivos, amostrando solo e raiz de 100 pontos distribuídos em 1 ha. As amostragens foram realizadas aos 80 e 140 dias após a instalação de cada cultura (soja, milho e aveia) e na segunda quinzena de outubro, para os anos de entressafra sem cultura. Para estudar a distribuição horizontal, vertical e temporal da população desse nematoide em área de cultivo de soja, uma malha regular de 100 pontos equidistantes (10m x 10m), distribuídos em 1 ha, foi amostrada. As amostras de solo foram retiradas nas profundidades 0,0–0,2 e 0,2–0,4 m. Para verificar a existência e estimar o grau de dependência espacial entre as populações, utilizou-se a análise geoestatística. Após o ajuste do variograma foi realizada a krigagem e sequencialmente o mapa de distribuição espacial de nematoides na área. No estudo realizado para avaliar a interferência de diferentes cultivos sobre a população de R. reniformis, pode-se verificar que o manejo da entressafra com cultivo da aveia e/ou sem cultura, mas com livre crescimento de plantas invasoras, não interferiu na população do nematoide. No estudo da distribuição de R. reniformis em área cultivada com soja, verificou-se na distribuição horizontal, as populações se apresentaram mais elevadas na região central da área amostrada, com populações intermediárias nas extremidades. Nesse caso, o espaçamento de subamostras de solo para compor uma amostra representativa da população de R. reniformis na área amostradas foi de 20,4 metros, necessitando de 21 subamostras para compor uma amostra representativa, e o período mais adequado para a amostragem, nesse caso, é aos 80 ou 140 dias após o plantio, amostrando o perfil de 0-40 cm. Verificou-se ainda, que a população do nematoide reniforme é menor no período que antecede a instalação da cultura e que sua distribuição vertical pode variar de acordo com o ciclo da cultura de soja. / The reniform nematode, Rotylenchulus reniformis, considered of secondary interest to soybean, has become one of the most important phytosanitary problems in the crop. The objectives of this work were to evaluate the interference of different crops system in the R. reniformis population and horizontal and vertical distribution of the nematode population in a soybean growing area, determining the number of subsamples necessary for the formation of representative composite sample. The experiment was carried out at Experimental Farm Lageado, municipality of Botucatu, SP, in an area naturally infested by R. reniformis. To evaluate the interference of different cropping systems on the reniform nematode population, the experiment was conducted for four consecutive years, sampling soil and root of 100 points distributed in 1 ha. Samples were taken at 80 and 140 days after the installation of each crop (soybean, corn and oats) and in the second fortnight of October, for the off-crop years. In order to study the horizontal and vertical distribution of the nematode population in a soybean growing area, a regular mesh of 100 equidistant points (10m x 10m) distributed in 1 ha was sampled. Soil samples were taken at depths of 0.0-0.2 and 0.2-0.4 m. To verify the existence and to estimate the degree of spatial dependence among the populations, the geostatistical analysis was used. After adjustment of the variogram, kriging and sequentially the map of spatial distribution of nematodes in the areas were performed. In the study to evaluate the interference of different crops on the population of R. reniformis, it can be verified that the management of the oyster crop and / or without crop, but with free growth of invasive plants, did not interfere in the nematode population and The survival of this can be influenced by the presence of invasive plants of the cultivated area. In the study of the distribution of R. reniformis in cultivated area with soybean, verified in the horizontal distribution that the populations were higher in the central region of the sampled area with intermediary populations in the extremities. In this case, the spacing of soil subsamples to compose a representative sample of the population of R. reniformis in the sampled area was 20.4 meters and the best period for sampling, in this case, is at 80 and 140 days after planting, sampling the profile of 0-40 cm. It also verified that the population of the reniform nematode is smaller in the period that precedes the installation of the culture. And their vertical distribution may vary according to the development of the soybean crop.

Abamectin is a blend of B1a and B1b avermectins that is being used as a seed treatment to control plant-parasitic nematodes on cotton. Data on the toxicity of abamectin and its effectiveness as a seed treatment to control Meloidogyne incognita or Rotylenchulus reniformis on cotton are lacking. The toxicity of abamectin was based on an assay of nematode mobility, LD50 values of 1.56 µg/ml and 32.9 µg/ml were calculated based on 2 hr exposure for M. incognita and R. reniformis, respectively. There was no recovery of either nematode after exposure for 1 hr to its LD50 concentration. Sublethal concentrations greater than 0.39 µg/ml for M. incognita and 8.2 µg/ml for R. reniformis reduced (P = 0.05) infectivity on tomato. In field trials, suppression (P = 0.05) of M. incognita was observed 32 DAP by abamectin seed treatment whereas no suppression of R. reniformis was observed. No suppression of M. incognita was perceived by abamectin seed treatment in microplots. Suppression of M. incognita was observed in microplots by harpinEA and harpingαβ as a seed treatment and foliar spray, respectively. Seed cotton yields were variable for abamectin-treated seed, but numerically positive for harpin-treated cotton. Initial gall formation on developing taproots was suppressed (P = 0.001), and penetration of 5-cm long taproots by M. incognita and R. reniformis was numerically suppressed by abamectin-treated compared to non-treated seed, but infection increased with root development. Using an assay of nematode mobility, the proportion of dead second-stage juveniles (J2) was higher (P = 0.05) following exposure to an excised radicle from abamectin-treated seed than non-treated seed, but lower (P = 0.05) than J2 exposed to the abamectin-treated seed coat. Thus a higher concentration of abamectin remained on the seed coat than emerging radicle. The concentration of abamectin transferred from the seed coat to the developing roots was limited, which contributed to the variability in suppression of plant-parasitic nematodes on cotton.

Abamectin is a blend of B1a and B1b avermectins that is being used as a seed treatment to control plant-parasitic nematodes on cotton. Data on the toxicity of abamectin and its effectiveness as a seed treatment to control Meloidogyne incognita or Rotylenchulus reniformis on cotton are lacking. The toxicity of abamectin was based on an assay of nematode mobility, LD50 values of 1.56 µg/ml and 32.9 µg/ml were calculated based on 2 hr exposure for M. incognita and R. reniformis, respectively. There was no recovery of either nematode after exposure for 1 hr to its LD50 concentration. Sublethal concentrations greater than 0.39 µg/ml for M. incognita and 8.2 µg/ml for R. reniformis reduced (P = 0.05) infectivity on tomato. In field trials, suppression (P = 0.05) of M. incognita was observed 32 DAP by abamectin seed treatment whereas no suppression of R. reniformis was observed. No suppression of M. incognita was perceived by abamectin seed treatment in microplots. Suppression of M. incognita was observed in microplots by harpinEA and harpingαβ as a seed treatment and foliar spray, respectively. Seed cotton yields were variable for abamectin-treated seed, but numerically positive for harpin-treated cotton. Initial gall formation on developing taproots was suppressed (P = 0.001), and penetration of 5-cm long taproots by M. incognita and R. reniformis was numerically suppressed by abamectin-treated compared to non-treated seed, but infection increased with root development. Using an assay of nematode mobility, the proportion of dead second-stage juveniles (J2) was higher (P = 0.05) following exposure to an excised radicle from abamectin-treated seed than non-treated seed, but lower (P = 0.05) than J2 exposed to the abamectin-treated seed coat. Thus a higher concentration of abamectin remained on the seed coat than emerging radicle. The concentration of abamectin transferred from the seed coat to the developing roots was limited, which contributed to the variability in suppression of plant-parasitic nematodes on cotton.

Upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum ) is an important fiber crop grown throughout the southern United States. Plant-pathogenic nematodes are worm-like animals that feed on the roots of most agronomic crops, including cotton. The southern root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita, RKN) and the reniform nematode (Rotylenchulus reniformis, RN) cause significant yield losses in cotton every year. Current sources of resistance are effective but limited, therefore historical screenings of cotton accessions were revisited in search for novel resistance sources. None were identified but many of the screened accessions possessed markers of known root-knot nematode and reniform nematode resistance. The emerging guava root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne enterolobii, GRKN) is a risk for upland cotton production, and identifying host plant resistance would greatly reduce the yield losses for growers. Assays were conducted on the currently available RN and RKN resistance sources inoculated with GRKN. No known nematode resistance gene suppressed GRKN infection, indicating that work must be done to protect crops from the eventual discovery of GRKN in Mississippi fields. Using the same resistance sources, tests were conducted to determine if the currently available resistances to RKN and RN offer any suppression of secondary infection of non-target nematode species for resistance. This is referred to as systemic acquired resistance, which is the induction of non-specific plant defense. Assays found that early inoculation with the nematode targeted by resistance did not effect infection by a secondary nematode species.

Submitted by (lucia.rodrigues@ufrpe.br) on 2017-02-20T13:02:10Z No. of bitstreams: 1 Daniela Silva Salgues de Matos.pdf: 463245 bytes, checksum: 6041b12480d1db2b27dea971c15113a0 (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2017-02-20T13:02:10Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Daniela Silva Salgues de Matos.pdf: 463245 bytes, checksum: 6041b12480d1db2b27dea971c15113a0 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2006-02-21 / Conselho Nacional de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico - CNPq / More than 35 species of plant parasitic nematodes are reported associated with papaya (Carica papaya) being the root-knot nematodes one of the most important. These populations occur in polyspecific communities and different densities depending on cultivars, host stress and physical, chemical and biological soil properties. The present study had the objectives of describing nematode community structure associated with papaya croping in soil infested with Meloidogyne sp. in Mamanguape, Paraíba, and evaluating number of samples and pattern for soil colllection in order to monitore Meloidogyne sp. and Rotylenchulus sp. population density in field. Samplings were carried out in three areas with different population levels of root-knot and reniform nematodes. In each area, 5,776 m2 was split in 400 (20 × 20) squares of 14.44 m2 (3.8 × 3.8 m), containing three plants. Evaluations for nematode community structure based upon nematode community indexes: maturity index (MI), plant parasitic index (PPI) and modified maturityindex (MMI), and nematode trophic group ratios. It was simulated collecting samples in “X”, diamond, parallel lines, parallel rows, inverted “V”, zig-zag, inverted “W”, “degree”, “S”, randomly and in ordinary walking in order to select diagram pattern for sampling. For sample size evaluation, all diagram patterns were used changing the number of samples (40, 30 e 20) in each area. Population density (specimes/300cm3 soil) of both nematodes were predicted according to size and diagram of sampling and compared through Kruskal-Wallis test at 5% probability level. In areas 1 and 3 there was predominance of plant parasitic nematodes, 43.84 and 39.95 % respectively, especially Rotylenchulus sp. In area 2, Meloidogyne was the taxon of highest dominance among the plant parasitic nematodes. Inthe three areas MI and MMI were high (> 30%) and PPI ranged from 20.95 to 32.88%. Twenty samples per area were indicated for both nematode genus, being recommended to collect the samples randomly, in parallel bars, or in diamond for monitoring Meloidogyne sp. and in parallel bars or parallel lines for Rotylenchulus sp / Mais de 35 espécies de fitonematóides são relatadas na rizosfera de mamoeiro (Carica papaya), com destaque para os nematóides das galhas. Essas populações ocorrem em comunidades constituídas por diferentes espécies e densidades populacionais que variam com a cultivar, estresse sobre a hospedeira e propriedades física, química e biológica do solo. O presente estudo teve como objetivos: descrever a estrutura da comunidade de nematóides associada ao cultivo comercial do mamoeiro em áreas com diferentes níveis populacionais de Meloidogyne sp. em Mamanguape, Paraíba, e determinar padrão de caminhamento e número de amostra, para monitoramento de populações de Meloidogyne sp. e Rotylenchulus sp. no campo. Foram avaliadas três áreas, com diferentes níveis populacionais de nematóide das galhas e reniforme. Em cada área, tomou-se 5.776 m2 que foi dividido em 400 (20 × 20) quadriláteros contíguos de 14,44 m2 (3,8 × 3,8 m),com três plantas por quadrilátero. Para descrição da estrutura da nematofauna, foram usados índices de comunidade de nematóides: índice de maturidade (MI), índice de parasitos de plantas (PPI) e índice de maturidade modificada (MMI), e razões entre grupos tróficos de nematóides. Para seleção do diagrama para coleta de amostras foram simulados padrões de caminhamento em “X”, diamante, linhas paralelas, barras paralelas, “V” invertido, zigue-zague, “W” invertido, “degrau”, “S”, aleatório e caminhamento geral. Para determinação do tamanho das amostras utilizou-se todos os padrões de caminhamento testados e variou-se o número de amostras (40, 30 e 20) dentro de cada padrão em cada área. As densidades populacionais (espécimes/300cm3 de solo) de ambas espécies, estimadas em função do número de amostras e padrão de caminhamento, foramcomparadas pelo teste de Kruskal-Wallis a 5% de probabilidade. Nas áreas 1 e 3 houve predominância de fitoparasitos, respectivamente 43,84 e 39,95 % do total de nematóides encontrados, destacando-se o gênero Rotylenchulus sp. Na área 2, Meloidogyne foi o taxon de maior dominância entre os fitoparasitos. Nas três áreas, MI e MMI foram altos (> 30%) e PPI variou de 20,95 a 32,88%. Vinte amostras por área foi indicado para monitoramento dos dois gêneros de nematóides, recomendando-se caminhamento aleatório, em diamante ou em barras paralelas para coleta de amostras de Meloidogyne sp. e caminhamento em linhas ou barras paralelas para Rotylenchulus sp.

Made available in DSpace on 2016-04-28T14:57:35Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 2008 - Rhadyson Reinaldo Silva do Nascimento.pdf: 1733739 bytes, checksum: b1070eca267f85de92499d2e245add23 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2008-09-03 / Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) is a very important crop in Brazil, mainly in the north and northeast regions of the country, and is gaining importance in the southeast region. In this crop, nematodes are a great threat, because they can cause yield decrease. Information about these pathogens is very few. In a first approach this work aimed at surveying for the occurrence of plant parasitic nematodes that are associated to cowpea in the State of Rio de Janeiro, through sampling achieved in some locations of Nova Igua?u, Mag?, Serop?dica, S?o Francisco de Itabapoana, and Itagua?, where cowpea is grown cultivated. Eight genera of plant parasitic nematodes we found, besides others, that are free leving that were not identified. At the level of species M. incognita and Rotylenchulus reniformis were identified. Nematode identification was done on the bases of morphometric characteristics descriptive keys M. incognita by juvenile (J2 ) and males characteristics and perineal female patterns and esterases profile. In this step, surveys were carried out aiming at the detection of esterases activity for a population of R. reniformis. Protocols routinely used in isoezymes analysis were tested and showed negative results. On the other hand, assays using PCR tubes with the objective to identify esterase activity demonstrated that it was positive for R. reniformis. Modifications in the common protocols, such as changes in buffer solution at the and steps of the procedures, as well as adjusting pH near to neutrality enabled the establishment of a three band pattern of esterase in the studied populations of R. reniformis. In another phase of this work, six cowpea lines in advanced phase of improvement from determining their behavior when inoculated with M. incognita race 1, M. javanica and R. reniformis. The tomato cv. TRural was used as susceptible pattern. The experiments were carried out under greenhouse condition, using 5,000 eggs + juveniles per experimental plots, as inoculum level; for Meloidogyne species evaluation was done 50 days after nematodes inoculations based in the following parameters: galls indices (IG), egg mass indices (IMO) and reproductions rate (FR), calculated by the relation Pf/Pi ( Pf = final populations and Pi= start population). Among the tested lines, five of then RJ 04-04, RJ 04-08, RJ 04-26, RJ 04-48 and RJ 04-65 showed to be highly resistant and line RJ 04-29 was moderately resistant to M. incognita race 1. In the case of M. javanica all lines were highly susceptible. For evaluation of R. reniformis it was used as inoculum and "pure" population multiplied vegetation home. It was inoculated 5000 eggs and juvenile of males and of immature females. As parameter for evaluation of the resistance of the cowpea lineages to the nematode, the reproduction factor was used (Fr) appraised to the 45 days after inoculation. It was verified that all of the tested lineages were considered susceptible; to cultivate "Costel?o" included as witness showed equal behavior. / O caupi (Vigna unguiculata Walp.) ? uma cultura de grande import?ncia para o pa?s, principalmente na regi?o Norte e Nordeste e vem ganhando espa?o na regi?o Sudeste. Nesta cultura, os nemat?ides possuem influ?ncia significativa, chegando ao ponto de limitar a sua produ??o. As informa??es sobre estes pat?genos no Estado do Rio de Janeiro s?o escassas. Assim, numa primeira etapa, este trabalho teve por objetivo fazer um levantamento de nemat?ides fitoparasitas associados a cultura do caupi no Estado do Rio de Janeiro, por meio de coletas realizadas em alguns munic?pios produtores de caupi cultura. Foram encontrados, um total de oito g?neros de nemat?ides fitoparasitas, al?m de outros de vida livre n?o identificados. Em n?vel de esp?cie foram identificadas Meloidogyne incognita ra?a 2 e Rotylenchulus reniformis. As identifica??es foram efetuadas a partir de caracter?sticas morfom?tricas e aux?lio de chaves descritivas. M. incognita foi identificada pelas caracter?sticas dos juvenis (J2) e de machos, configura??o do modelo perineal das f?meas e perfil de esterases. Foram realizados ensaios com o objetivo de detec??o de atividade de esterase, para uma popula??o do nemat?ide R. reniformis. Para tanto foram testados protocolos rotineiramente usados em an?lises isoenzim?ticas, que apresentaram resultados negativos. Entretanto, ensaios montados em microtubos para PCR, evidenciaram atividade ester?sica para R. reniformis. Finalmente, modifica??es nos protocolos usuais como mudan?as na concentra??o da solu??o tamp?o de revela??o, assim como a fixa??o do pH da mesma pr?ximo a neutralidade, permitiram estabelecer um padr?o com tr?s bandas distintas de esterases na popula??o de R. reniformis estudada. Em uma segunda etapa deste trabalho, seis linhagens de caupi em fase avan?ada de melhoramento para resist?ncia a viroses, foram testadas visando determinar a rea??o das mesmas quando inoculadas com M. incognita ra?a 1, ou M. javanica, ou R. reniformis. A cultivar de tomate TRural foi usada como testemunha suscet?vel nos testes com as duas esp?cies de nemat?ide das galhas radiculares. Os experimentos foram realizados em casa de vegeta??o e usou-se uma carga de in?culo de 5000 ovos + juvenis/repeti??o; para as esp?cies de Meloidogyne a avalia??o ocorreu 50 dias ap?s inocula??o e os par?metros usados foram: ?ndice de galhas (IG), ?ndice de massa de ovos (IMO) e fator de reprodu??o (Fr) calculado pela rela??o Pf/Pi (Pf = popula??o final e Pi = popula??o inicial). Das cinco linhagens testadas, RJ 04-04, RJ 04-08, RJ 04-26, RJ 04-48 e RJ 04-65 comportaram-se como altamente resistentes e a linhagem RJ 04-29 como moderadamente resistente para M. incognita ra?a1. Enquanto que, para M. javanica, todas as linhagem foram altamente suscet?veis. Para avalia??o de R. reniformis foi usado como in?culo uma popula??o pura multiplicada em casa de vegeta??o. Inoculou-se 5000 ovos e/ ou juvenis de machos e de f?meas imaturas. Como par?metro para avalia??o da resist?ncia das linhagens de caupi ao nemat?ide, foi usado o fator de reprodu??o (Fr) avaliado aos 45 dias ap?s inocula??o. Verificou-se que todas as linhagens testadas foram consideradas suscet?veis; a cultivar Costel?o inclu?da como testemunha mostrou igual comportamento.