Koppert Capsanem Nematodes (50 Million Sachet)

Capsanem (Steinernema carpocapsae; Entomopathogenic nematodes)

For the control of various insect pests in protected and outdoor crops

Effective in a wide temperature range

Highly soluble biodegradable formulation with long shelf life

Use Capsanem for:

Capsanem can be used for biological control of diverse soil-dwelling and foliage-feeding pests.

Product specifications:

• 50 million - sachet in a box

• Each box contains entomopathogenic nematodes in an inert carrier material

• 86% Steinernema carpocapsae – 14% inert biodegradable carrier

When to use Capsanem?

Capsanem can be used for biological control of various insect pests in protected and outdoor crops. It is effective in a wide temperature range. Capsanem can also be applied as foliar treatment.

Pests

• Caterpillars (Lepidoptera): Tomato leaf miner moth (Tuta absoluta); European pepper moth (Duponchelia fovealis); Box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis); Cranberry girdler (Crambus hortuellus); Noctuidae: armyworms (Spodoptera spp.); Cotton bollworm (Spodoptera littoralis); Corn earworm (Helicoverpa spp.); Tomato looper (Chrysodeixis chalcites); cutworms (Agrotis spp.); Silver-Y moth (Autographa gamma)

• Beetle larvae (Coleoptera): Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata); Flatheaded root borer (Capnodis tenebrionis)

• Fly larvae (Diptera): Shore flies (Scatella spp.); Crane flies/leatherjackets (Tipula spp.)

• Bugs (Hemiptera): Tomato bug (Nesidiocoris tenuis); Sycamore lace bug (Corythucha ciliata)

• Mole crickets: European mole cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa); American mole crickets (Neoscapteriscus spp.)

How does Capsanem work?

The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the body cavity. These bacteria convert the larval tissue into a food source, on which nematodes feed, develop, and reproduce. The host pest dies within a few hours to days after infection. The Infected host turns yellow to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid degradation in the growing media, or, as with foliar application, it simply falls to the ground.

How to use Capsanem?

Preparation

• Remove the sachets from their packaging and keep them for 30 minutes at room temperature

• Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing at least 2 litres of water per sachet (water temperature: 15 - 20°C / 59 - 68°F)

• Stir well and leave the contents to soak for five minutes

• Stir again and pour the contents into the half-filled spray tank (except when tank mixing with a compatible product)

• Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank (e.g. with a recirculation pump)

• Fill the spray tank with the required amount of water

• If tank mixing with a compatible product, add Capsanem at the end to a fully filled tank

• Apply directly after preparation of spray solution

Application

• Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack sprayer, or a vehicle-mounted spray unit

• To avoid blockage, all filters should be removed, especially if finer than 0.3 mm (50 mesh)

• Use a maximum pressure of 20 bar/290 psi (on nozzle)

• The spray nozzle opening should be at least 0.5 mm (500 microns – 35 mesh) - preferably high flow rate cone nozzle types

• Continuous mixing should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank

• Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal or piston pumps

• Water tank temperature must not exceed 25°C/77°F and pH must be between 4 and 8

• Distribute the spraying solution evenly over the soil/medium surface

Application through irrigation systems

• Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact us for specific advice

• Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions

Dosage

Capsanem is typically applied at a rate of 250,000 to 500,000 nematodes per m² for soil application and 1 to 3 million nematodes per liter for foliar applications (application to run off). Always check the product label for more information.

Best working conditions for Capsanem

• Soil or air temperature below 5°C (41°F) and above 35°C (95°F) can be lethal – optimum between 19 and 31°C (66-88°F)

• Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct sunlight; the moisture content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application

• For foliar application, spray Capsanem when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours post treatment; an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant additive can be beneficial. Ask your Koppert representative/distributor for more information

• Spray in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes to work for several hours within the optimal range of temperature and humidity, as described above

Product Handling

• Storage time after receipt: See expiry date on the box. On average product can be stored for 2-3 months

• Storage temperature: Refrigerate at a temperature of 2-6°C/35-43°F in a ventilated refrigerator/cold room

• Storage conditions: Upon receipt, take boxes out of the insulating shipment packaging. Keep in a dark, ventilated refrigerator/cold room until use