Vine Weevil Seeka CT

Cold Tolerance

Vine Weevil Seeka CT contains the beneficial nematode Steinernema kraussei and provides effective control of black vine weevil larvae (Otiorhyncus sulcatuis). Vine Weevil Seeka CT is formulated to provide effective control in cold to warm temperatures which range from 5°C - 30°C.

•Apply when larvae are present (lift a few plants/remove from pots to examine root ball - untreated larvae are white) •Apply to plants in moist soil/growing medium, in sufficient water volume to ensure the root ball is thoroughly treated •Avoid applications in direct sunlight, evening applications are best

•Do not exceed 300 psi/20 bar/2000 kPa pump pressure •Nozzle aperture should be greater than 0.5 mm •Suitable nozzles should produce a course spray at the intended application pressure •Make up the stock solution and mix thoroughly to ensure that the nematodes are well dispersed

Precautions

•Upon receipt, use immediately or store in a refrigerator at 5°C

•Do not use product if past expiry date or incorrectly stored (do not freeze)

•Use entire packet at one time, do not store diluted product

Advised application method

Soil drench (via boom sprayer, knapsack, lance or sprinklers).

Product profile

Active ingredients Nematodes: species Steinernema kraussei

Volume Varies on pot volume (please see label)

Dose Varies on volume (please see label)

Target pests Black vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus)

Soil temperature Between 5ºC and 30ºC

Application window When black vine weevil larvae are present

Seeka CT benefits

•Vine Weevil Seeka can be used in organic systems or as part of an IPM programme • Safe to users and the environment

• Nematodes survive up to approximately 4 weeks in the soil • No pest resistance problems • Gives high levels of control between 5°C and 30°C • Simply applied as a drench or through irrigation systems • Protects root system preventing subsequent damage and plant loss, particularly for container-grown plants • Larvae treated with Vine Weevil Seeka will not develop into adult vine weevils, eliminating unsightly damage to the foliage (typical leaf notching)