Beneficial nematodes

types of plant-parasitic nematode are root-knot nematodes, cyst nematodes, lesion nematodes, spiral nematodes and dagger nematodes. [...] ic nematodes and plant-parasitic nematodes. Insect-parasitic nematodes Insect-parasitic nematodes, often referred to as entomopathogenic nematodes or [...] needed Video: How to use nematodes Types of nematodes In agriculture the most important types of nematodes are parasitic nematodes. More specifically ins

FAQs Nematodes

On this page you find listed questions and answers about nematodes in general, their application, formulation and packaging, handling and storage, and

Caterpillar control with nematodes

Control caterpillars with beneficial nematodes Beneficial nematodes or entomopathogenic nematodes are mainly known for the biological control of soil pests [...] tenuis. How nematodes control caterpillars Beneficial nematodes are an effective tool to control caterpillars . After application, the nematodes search for [...] on nematodes as a permanent solution for biological crop protection . Beneficial nematodes are also safe for growers and consumers alike. Nematodes do

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

observed dozens of parasitic nematodes moving inside them,’ Zoboli continues. ‘After this result, we have kept spraying with nematodes every time there was a [...] products, including nematodes. Since we were already a Koppert customer for their bumblebees and other beneficials, we decided to use the nematode Steinernema [...] results were good and there was no residue.’ Using nematodes systemically ‘We then started using nematodes systematically. We liked the idea of having a minimum

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

Koppert’s nematode product, Capsanem , is considered the ‘reference’ solution against Nesidiocoris tenuis in France; especially this year when the pressure [...] consultant for the South East Region of France: ‘We recommended the beneficial nematode Capsanem in combination with an adjuvant to tackle Nesidiocoris . Tests [...] field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act on Macrolophus , which is biologically very close to Nesidiocoris

Municipality Enschede: Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar

The Municipality of Enschede started using nematodes for the first time in the spring of 2021 to try to halt the spread of the oak processionary caterpillar [...] processionary caterpillar for the Municipality of Enschede. ‘We use Koppert’s nematode product Entonem in locations where we find a range of unusual butterflies [...] other caterpillars . We’ve treated a total of 2600 to 3000 oak trees with nematodes.’ Maintenance of biodiversity The municipality also used pheromone traps

Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

distributor Mertens and decided that in spring we would start using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem . A major advantage is that the bycatch of other caterpillars [...] which is a great benefit to biodiversity. In mid-April, we started using nematodes at locations with significant contact options within the built-up area [...] ’ Entonem an important link Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce the level of infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting

Steinernema carpocapsae

Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes Steinernema carpocapsae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic [...] and horticulture. How do Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes work? Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes control pests through a process called parasitism. [...] host, Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria

Steinernema feltiae

Steinernema feltiae nematodes Steinernema feltiae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms [...] agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema feltiae nematodes work? Steinernema feltiae nematodes control pests through a process called parasitism. When [...] host, Steinernema feltiae nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria

Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

horticulture. How do Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes work? Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes control pests through a process called parasitism [...] Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes enter the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically [...] days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue