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Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) play a crucial role in promoting plant health. They assist plants in absorbing nutrients and enhance their resistance to diseases and environmental stressors. In contrast, plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) pose a significant threat to global crop production. Both AMF and PPNs inhabit the soil surrounding plant roots, yet their interactions are not fully understood. They may compete directly or influence plants in indirect ways. This review examines the relationship between AMF and PPNs, emphasizing their interactions and suggesting that AMF could serve as a natural method to control PPN populations. Unlike previous studies that have focused on these organisms separately, this review integrates insights on the impact of AMF and nematode interactions on plants through nutrient availability, spatial competition, and rhizosphere dynamics. Additionally, it explores the mechanisms of systemic resistance that AMF may provide against nematodes, creating a comprehensive framework for future research and sustainable agriculture.
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