ARBICO Organics NemAttack Steinernema Riobrave (Sr) Beneficial Nematodes, Pack of 5 Million

Best Choice For Subterranean Pest Control in Lawn & Turf Environments as well as certain insect pests affecting citrus!

NemAttack Beneficial Nematodes, Steinernema riobrave, are naturally occurring, soil dwelling ambush predators that control a wide range of turf and citrus pests including armyworms, black cutworms, citrus weevils and Japanese Beetle grubs. They are also significantly more effective for treatment of subterranean termites than some of their counterparts. Similar to other nematode species, S. riobrave release a bacteria once they have infected the pest. This bacteria slows feeding and kills the pest within 24-48 hours of infection. The beneficial nematodes will continue to reproduce inside their host after death and emerge ready to infect other hosts. S. riobrave is safe for use around consumable crops, pets, livestock and in indoor growing.

Shelf Life: Use as soon as possible. If you cannot apply the day of receipt, refreeze the ice pack included and store in the shipment container. Do not refrigerate.

Nematodes are shipped with a frozen ice pack that will be melted by the time you receive your package.

Warranty: ARBICO Organics guarantees live delivery of product. ARBICO Organics makes no guarantee of effectiveness due to disparities during application. Please call within 24 hours of receipt with any questions or concerns.

How Much Do I Need? Order enough to treat the full infested area. Quantities and treatment areas are approximate.

This Product Controls These Pests or Diseases: Armyworm, Black Cutworms, Black Vine Weevil, Blue Green Weevil, Chafers, Citrus Root Weevil, Citrus Weevil, Corn Earworm, Diaprepes Root Weevil, Greater Wax Moth, Green June Beetle, Hive Beetle, Indian Meal Moth, Japanese Beetle Grub, Masked Chafer, May/June Beetle, Mole Crickets, Pink Bollworm, Plum Curculio, Red Flour Beetle, Strawberry Weevil, Subterranean Termites

Instructions

Straining & Mixing: Nematodes should be separated from the gel before application to the soil.

• 1. Add about 8 oz. of water to contents of zip-loc bag.
• 2. Agitate the bag to break up the gel medium (10-15 seconds).
• 3. Pour contents of the bag (nematodes, gel & water) into a fine mesh strainer (like a tea strainer) held over a one-pint container.
• 4. Add an additional 8 oz. of water to the gel in the strainer and rinse well.
• 5. Discard the gel.
• 6. Pour the pint of collected water/nematode mix into a 5 gallon container.
• 7. Add water to fill container and stir well. This is the solution that will be added to sprayers.
• 8. Continue to stir/agitate frequently during application. This will prevent nematodes from settling on the bottom (which they will do fairly quickly) and to keep nematodes aerated (which they need to be).

Applying the Nematodes:

• 1. The best methods for applying nematodes are with a sprinkler-type watering can, hose-end sprayer or pressurized sprayer. Spray bottles are not recommended as their small mesh filters clog too easily and do not provide adequate coverage.
• 2. Once a sprayer is chosen, fill it with the nematode/water solution and apply to the treatment area. Refill the sprayer as needed to cover the full area being treated. A package of 5 million nematodes is enough to treat 1600 square feet of soil.
• 3. Immediately after application, water the area down well. This helps the nematodes get down into the soil.

Application Note: For best results, apply during early morning or late afternoon. Avoid applications during the hottest and sunniest parts of the day.

Storage:

• Do not refrigerate. If you cannot apply them immediately, refreeze the ice pack and place in original package to keep the nematodes cool.
• Never place nematodes in direct sunlight or in very hot places, such as the trunk of a car.
• Nematodes on gel should be used as soon as possible.
• Once they are opened, they must be used immediately.

The nematodes will begin working for you as soon as they are settled in the soil and go looking for a meal. Never apply chemical nematicides after applying nematode applications.