small whitish worms in soil

Question

I have small whitish worms in the soil in my greenhouse. They are very slim and about a quarter inch long, wiggle a lot when soil is disturbed. They were there last year and burrowed in the root vegetables and made them unusable. They are still there and I want them gone before the veggies start growing. What are they and what should I do to get rid of them?

Answer 1

This could also be your culprit: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/garden-symphylan-small-white-worm-like-bugs-in-the-soil.htm

Answer 2

I can't tell what they are from the description. Take some samples to a the specialists at the nearest botanical garden, university biology department, or agricultural station.