Vine Weevil
Vine Weevil Seeka, powered by BASF technology, is based on the beneficial nematode Heterorhabditis bacteriophora (82%) and an inert carrier with water (18%). It provides control of vine weevil larvae (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) present in soil or container-grown crops. Product Profile Active ingredients
Nematodes: species Heterorhabditis bacteriophora
Volume
Varies on pot volume (please see label)
Dose
Varies on volume (please see label)
Target pests
Vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus)
Soil temperature
Between 12 C and 30 C
Application window
When vine weevil larvae are present
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Benefits
Precautions
• Fast and effective natural control • The most robust and efficacious nematode product on the market for vine weevil larvae control • Control always achieved when the pest larvae are active • No pest resistance problems • Gives high levels of control between 12°C - 30°C
• Agitate nematodes constantly during application • Do not use product if past expiry date or incorrectly stored (do not freeze) • For information relating to which chemicals are compatible with Vine Weevil Seeka ask your distributor
Application advice
Advised application method Drench application: preferred method, especially where crop canopy is dense
• Soil or media temperatures should be between 12°C and 30°C for at least two weeks after application • The soil or media should be moist • Routinely treat new material coming onto the nursery that may contain vine weevil larvae • If product is applied over foliage, irrigate immediately with water to wash the nematodes into the growing media
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