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NEMATODES AGAINST PHORID FLIES IN MUSHROOM CULTIVATION
The product nemycel® Phorid fly contains entomopathogenic nematodes of the species Steinernema carpocapsae for effective and biological control of Phorid fly larvae in mushroom cultivation.
| Active ingredient | Steinernema carpocapsae |
| Formulation | Wettable powder |
| Package sizes | 250, 500 mio. |
| Shelf life | 6 weeks |
| Listings | OMRI |
APPLICATION OF NEMYCEL® PHORID FLY
nemycel® Phorid fly dissolves in water to form a suspension that can be easily applied to the mushroom beds via the irrigation system. All filters must be removed. Use nozzles with a diameter of at least 0.8 mm. The pressure should not exceed 5 bar (80 psi).
The Phorid fly has a short larvae stage which is hard to target. The larvae are only susceptible 4-5 days (at 25°C / 77°F) for nematode infestation. Therefore multiple applications with one bigger hit at casing and then less dosages later
is the best way to control phorid fly larvae significantly.
At casing - apply on compost |
Day 3-4 after casing |
Day 9-10 after casing |
Day 15-18 after casing befor 1st flush |
After first flush |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 mio/ m² | 0.8 mio/ m² | 0.8 mio/ m² | 0.8 mio/ m² | 1.6 mio/ m² |
MODE OF ACTION
nemycel® Phorid fly controls the larval stages of Phorids. The nematode Steinernema carpocapsae finds the insect and invades through natural openings into the body cavity, where it releases its 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 sciarid larva. nemycel® Phorid fly is safe for beneficial insects, plants and humans.
Phorid larva infected with beneficial nematodes
COMPATIBILITY OF NEMYCEL® PHORID FLY
nemycel® Phorid fly is compatible with many chemical plant protection products, fertilisers and additives. A complete overview of compatibility can be found here.
Compatibility
