Biological control of soil-dwelling insect larvae
Nemastar contains infective juveniles of the insect-pathogenic nematode Steinernema carpocapsae for the biological control of leatherjackets, mole crickets, and black cutworms in turf and vegetable crops.
Benefits of Nemastar :
- ✅Effective against pests: Targets leatherjackets, mole crickets, and black cutworms.
- ✅Easy to apply: Can be used with watering cans or standard spray equipment.
- ✅Fast-acting: First cutworms begin to die within 4 days.
- ✅Eco-friendly: Safe for crops, soil, and beneficial insects.
Application conditions
Nemastar is most infective at soil temperatures from 15 to 30°C. It is very susceptible to UV-light and to desiccation and should therefore be applied in the evening or with cloudy weather. The soil surface should be moist at the time of application.
Mole crickets: Apply nemastar from April to August, as soon as soil temperatures are above 12°C. Nemastar is very efficient against adult mole crickets, but less efficient against young larvae. Therefore, the treatment shall be repeated in the following year.
Cutworms: Apply from June to August as soon as first larvae are detected. The first cutworms die 4 days after application.
Application directions and rates
Nemastar can be applied using a watering can or conventional spraying equipment. Use at least 1,200 litres of water per hectare. For areas of 1,000 m², apply 500 million nematodes. After application, irrigate with 1–2 litres of water per m² to rinse the nematodes off leaves and move them into the soil. Keep the soil moist for 3–4 weeks after treatment for optimal results.
