Carpocapsae-System
Effectively controls the larvae of owlet moths, crane flies and shore flies
What is Carpocapsae-System?
- Microscopically small worms of the species Steinernema carpocapsae
- Contains an insect-killing symbiotic bacterium
- Effective in a temperature range between 12°C and 30°C
Which pests does Carpocapsae-System control?
- Caterpillars, especially from the Noctuidae-family (also called owlet moths)
- Larvae of the codling moth and larvae of Duponchelia fovealis
- Larvae of the crane fly (leatherjackets)
- Larvae of the mole cricket larvae
- Larvae of shore flies
What are the benefits of Carpocapsae-System?
- Fast biological control of above mentioned larvae
- Long-term protection in the soil
- No side effect on beneficials
- Safe for people and environment
How does it control pests?
- Infectious juvenile nematodes penetrate the host through natural orifices
- Once in the body cavity, the symbiotic bacteria are released
- The symbiont kills the host within 24 to 48 hours
- The nematodes multiply in the cadaver
- New infectious nematodes leave the cadaver in search of other pests
In which crops is Carpocapsae-System effective?
- Vegetable crops
- Soft fruit crops
- Orchards
- Ornamental crops
GUIDE LEAD TIME: 3-5 DAYS
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