Steinernema kraussei - Vine weevil control

Kraussei-System

Effective against vine weevil larvae, even at low temperatures

What is Kraussei-System?

• Microscopically small worms of the species Steinernema kraussei
• Contains an insect-killing symbiotic bacterium
• Effective in a temperature range between 5°C and 30°C

What are the benefits of Kraussei-System?

• Knockdown effect caused by super-fast control
• Wide application window (from February to November)
• Long-term protection against soil-dwelling vine weevil larvae
• Efficient at both cold and warm soil temperatures
• No side effects on beneficials
• Safe for people and environment

Which pests does Kraussei-System control?

• Vine weevil larvae (Otiorhynchus sulcatus)

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 symbionts kill 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 Kraussei-System effective?

• Both in outdoor and container crops
• Tree nurseries
• Soft fruits

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Units

Kraussei-System is delivered as a gel formulation in the following units:

• 5 million nematodes
• 50 million nematodes
• 250 million nematodes

GUIDE LEAD TIME: 3-5 DAYS