Fire Ant & Ant Mound Exterminator - Mailback - 5 Million Nematodes

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Easy release powder is quick dissolving and the formulation used by professionals. Beneficial nematodes are people, pet, and planet safe!

TARGET PESTS
200+ soil-dwelling pests. See pest chart in photos.

DESCRIPTION
Scientific Name: Steinernema feltiae
PACKAGE CONTAINS 5 MILLION NEMATODES
Nematodes are microscopic worms that inhabit the soil parasitizing immature stages of pest insects, including various species of larvae, grubs, nymphs, and pupae. Maintaining adequate moisture levels is crucial for the success of nematodes, as they depend on a film of water to move and locate hosts in the soil. Dry conditions can limit mobility and reduce effectiveness in parasitizing pests. Conversely, excessive water can lead to unfavorable conditions, such as waterlogged soil that may drown the nematodes or water runoff that could wash them away.

The lifecycle begins with mated females producing eggs that develop into pre-infective juveniles. These young juveniles are in a non-feeding stage, progressing through several molts until they develop into infective juveniles eager to feed. Infective juveniles actively seek and enter hosts through natural openings, releasing symbiotic bacteria toxic to the pest. The insect host dies within 2-5 days, and the juveniles feed on the tissues, often completing several generations inside the host. After the host has been consumed and depleted, the nematodes enter the soil in search of new hosts. Mature nematodes will mate, and females will produce eggs, repeating the cycle for as long as conditions are favorable.

TEMPERATURE
Soil above 46°F

INTRODUCTION RATES
Preventative/Light: 5 million per 300 sq. ft.

Moderate/Heavy: 5 million per 50 sq. ft.

It's important to note that these release rates serve as general guidelines and may vary based on the specific pest species, the crop or plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the subsequent effectiveness of the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy.

STORAGE
Store up to 30 days in the refrigerator.

Once activated, Nematodes can be used up to 6 hours after activation.

PRO TIPS
Keep out of light. Nematodes are susceptible to UV light.

Proper identification of the pest species is important. Monitoring the crop closely and introducing beneficial insects early will help in control pest populations.

Pesticides, even wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insects' survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.

For optimal results, the ground surface should be moist. Water before application and keep the soil moist for two weeks after application.

MAILBACK
Our Mail Back Card is a product that you can purchase, display, and sell in your store. The customer can mail it to us, or submit electronically on our website at their convenience and Tip Top Bio will ship the live product directly to your customer.

HOW IT WORKS
Customer pays you at your store.
Customer mails in or redeems
Mail Back Card online.
Package is delivered directly
to your customer.