Vine Weevil Seeka®

Vine Weevil Seeka, powered by BASF technology, is based on the beneficial nematode Heterorhabditis bacteriophora (82%) and an inert carrier with water (18%). It provides control of black vine weevil larvae (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) present in soil or container-grown crops.

Benefits

Fast and effective natural control
The most robust and efficacious nematode product on the market for vine weevil larvae control
Control achieved at all times when the pest larvae are active
No pest resistance problems
Gives high levels of control between 12°C – 30°C

Application advice

Soil or media temperatures should be between 12°C and 30°C for at least two weeks after application
The soil or media should be moist
Routinely treat new material coming onto the nursery that may contain black vine weevil larvae
If product is applied over foliage, irrigate immediately with water to wash the nematodes into the growing media

Advised application method

Drench application: preferred method, especially where crop canopy is dense.

Precautions

Agitate nematodes constantly during application
Do not use product if past expiry date or incorrectly stored
For information relating to which chemicals are compatible with Vine Weevil Seeka ask your distributor