Abstract
In this chapter, the status of entomophilic nematodes (EPNs) in integrated pest management (IPM) programmes in Egypt is reviewed, as well as the current hindrances and possible solutions of managing pests using EPNs alone or within the IPM concept. For example, a prototype, established in The National Research Centre, for economic and adequate EPN production is presented. IPM as an eco-friendly-based pest control strategy is still in progress in Egypt. The strategy follows the general concept of utilizing such natural factors as natural enemies and weather to induce pest mortality. Its involved control tactics try to maintain these factors for sustainable agriculture. IPM in Egypt also uses chemical pesticides where natural control factors indicate a need based on systematic monitoring of the targeted pest(s). Recent advances in EPN research, especially in areas of expanding EPN conservation strategies, EPN identification and genomics, population ecology and the molecular mechanism of EPN-bacteria symbiosis and pathogenicity are expected to provide the needed support for more successful output and commercial application of EPNs in Egypt and elsewhere.