nemaflor® F
NEMATODES AGAINST THRIPS, FUNGUS GNATS AND LEAF MINERS IN GREENHOUSES
nemaflor® contains beneficial nematodes of the species Steinernema feltiae in a gel formulation and is effective against fungus gnats (Brdysia spp.), Thrips (F. occidentalis, T. tabacci, T. parvispinus), white fly (Bemisia tabaci) as well as leaf miners (Lyriomyza spp.).
| Active ingredient | Steinernema feltiae |
| Formulation | Ecophyll® water soluble gel |
| Package sizes | 50, 250 mio. |
| Shelf life | 4 weeks |
| Listings | OMRI, FiBL |
APPLICATION OF NEMAFLOR® F
nemaflor® F features Steinernema feltiae nematodes a gel formulation which avoids optical powder residues on flowers, leaves and fruits after spraying.
nemaflor® F should be applied weekly at 125,000 - 250,000 nematodes per m2.
Apply as a spray or drench or through irrigation systems. If it is sprayed, adjust spray-volume until run-off and spray in the evening at high relative humidity to avoid rapid desiccation on the leaves.
Buds, flowers and leaves should stay moist for at least 3 hours after application. nemaflor® F works best at substrate temperatures between 10-28°C.
nemaflor® can easily be applied via the irrigation system
MODE OF ACTION
The nematodes actively search for the pest insects and invade through natural openings into the body cavity, where they release their symbiotic bacteria. The bacteria multiply and kill the insect within 1-2 days. The nematodes feed on the bacteria and propagate. About 1,000 nematodes of the next generation emerge two weeks after application from one host insect. nemaflor® F is safe for beneficial insects, plants and humans.
EFFICACY OF NEMAFLOR® F
In trials carried out on ornamental plants by German and Dutch research stations good efficiency was achieved with nemaflor® F. The key for success is routinely application of nemaflor® F throughout the growing season. nemaflor® should be used as an additional tool for Thrips management.
It is best combined with predatory mites, bugs and entomopathogenic fungi.
nemaflor® F is compatible with most chemical plant protection compounds, fertilizers and other beneficial insects.
More information about the compatibility of nematodes can be found here:
Compatibility
Nematodes of the species Steinernema feltiae in a gel formulation.
Application instructions nemaflor® F
Technical Data Sheet nemaflor® F
