Leendert Molendijk

Leendert Molendijk is a researcher at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in nematology and soil health. His work focuses on managing plant-parasitic nematodes through cover crops, precision agriculture, and sustainable soil practices.

• Key Research Areas: Root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne) control, cultivar resistance testing, nematode antagonists, and soil microbial interactions.
• Projects: Leading initiatives like Integrale aanpak gewasbescherming and Best4Soil, emphasizing biological control and data-driven soil health improvements.
• Collaborations: Works with institutions across Europe on nematode management and contributes to public engagement on agricultural sustainability.

Recent publications highlight his role in developing methodologies for nematode resistance testing in sugar beets and exploring soil health metrics through cover crop integration.