Save Your Hive From Small Hive Beetles.
When keeping bees, our number one priority is their health. Using harsh and toxic chemicals is not only bad for our bees it is bad for the ecosystem. ARBICO Organics is proud to introduce our newest beneficial nematode, Heterorhabditis indica (Hi). H. indica is a heat tolerant, entomopathogenic nematode ready to attack the prepupal stage of the Small Hive Beetle (Aethina tumida) in the soil. By suspending the nematodes in water and applying to the soil below and around the hive, the nematodes quickly seek out the pupal stage and attack; typically entering the pest and killing it within 24-48 hours. H. indica are a virulent and aggressive species of nematodes and work best when the strength of the hive is maintained.
Pair H. indica applications with Freeman Beetle Traps to control both adult and pupal stages of the Small Hive Beetle. This species has also been shown to be effective against other soil dwelling pests including:
Application Rate:
For Control of Small Hive Beetle - Use 5 Million for every 10 Hives.
For All Other Pests:
Shelf Life: 7-10 days after receipt
Storage: Do Not Refrigerate. If you cannot apply the day of receipt, refreeze the ice pack included and store in the shipment container. Apply as soon as possible after receipt.
Shipping Info
Shipping Info
| Brand | ARBICO Organics |
|---|---|
| SKU | 1220200 |
| Weight (lb.) | 2.0000 |
| Width (in.) | |
| Prop 65 | false |
| Height (in.) | |
| Length (in.) | |
| Warranty | Live Delivery |
| Hazardous Material | false |
| Shipping Restrictions | AK, HI |
| Lead Time | 10-14 |
| ETL Listed | No |
| UL Listed | No |
| Bug Type | Gnats, Thrips, Worms |
| Application Type | ["Release"] |
| Product Type | Beneficial Insects |
| Usage Area | Outdoor |
| Beneficial Insect Type | Beneficial Nematodes |
What does ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes help control around hives?
ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes are a heat tolerant, entomopathogenic nematode for the prepupal stage of Small Hive Beetle in soil around hives.
How are ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes applied?
ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes are suspended in water and released into the soil below and around the hive.
Which pests can ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes target besides Small Hive Beetle?
ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes are described as effective against Small Hive Beetle, fall armyworm, fungus gnat, Indianmeal moth, root weevil, western flower thrips, and white grubs.
Can ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes be paired with other Small Hive Beetle controls?
ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes can be paired with Freeman Beetle Traps for control of adult and pupal stages of Small Hive Beetle.
How much ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes are needed, and how should product be stored?
ARBICO Organics Heterorhabditis Indica (Hi) Beneficial Nematodes use 5 million for every 10 hives for Small Hive Beetle control. The shelf life is 7 to 10 days after receipt, and the product should not be refrigerated. If same-day application is not possible, refreeze the ice pack included and store the shipment in the container.
