EFFECT OF JATROPHA CURCAS ON ROOT-GALL NEMATODE DISEASE AND THE CONSEQUENT PROXIMATE COMPOSITION OF OKRA: ABELMONCHUS ESCULENTUS (L.) Moench

Key Points

• Root-gall nematode disease significantly affects okra growth and yield, indicating a major agricultural challenge.
• Jatropha curcas shows potential as a natural treatment to reduce nematode presence, offering an eco-friendly alternative to chemical solutions.
• Analysis examines the proximate composition of okra post-treatment, uncovering nutritional value changes due to Jatropha application.
• Findings support the use of Jatropha curcas in sustainable agriculture, emphasizing further exploration of its benefits on crop health.