{"product_id":"nematodes-nemaforce-sf-sc-s-feltiea-carpocapsae","title":"NEMAforce SF\/SC Beneficial Nematodes – Steinernema feltiae \u0026 S. carpocapsa","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Beneficial Nematode Species for Broad-Spectrum Biological Pest Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEMAforce SF\/SC\u003c\/strong\u003e combines two beneficial nematode species—\u003cstrong\u003eSteinernema feltiae\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSteinernema carpocapsae\u003c\/strong\u003e—to provide biological control of susceptible insect pests in soil, growing media, and other treated areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese naturally occurring microscopic organisms actively seek susceptible pest stages and enter their hosts, where they release symbiotic bacteria that quickly stop the pest from feeding. The nematodes reproduce within the host before emerging to search for additional prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining S. feltiae and S. carpocapsae provides complementary activity against a broader range of pests and habitats, making NEMAforce SF\/SC a versatile addition to greenhouse, nursery, indoor growing, landscape, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Beneficial Species in One Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteinernema feltiae (SF)\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly well suited for pests found in soil and growing media and is commonly used against:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFungus gnat larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrips pupae and soil-dwelling stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertain fly larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther susceptible soil-dwelling insect larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteinernema carpocapsae (SC)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an active \"ambush\" predator that is particularly effective against susceptible insects near the soil surface and other protected areas, including various:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaterpillars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmyworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther susceptible insect larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose NEMAforce SF\/SC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains two species of beneficial nematodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines Steinernema feltiae and Steinernema carpocapsae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTargets multiple susceptible insect pests and life stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for soil and growing media applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicroscopic beneficial organisms leave no pesticide residue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with many Integrated Pest Management programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful in greenhouses, nurseries, gardens, and commercial growing operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be applied through many conventional watering and spraying systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides biological control without harming plants when used as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Beneficial Nematodes Work\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter application, beneficial nematodes move through moisture surrounding soil particles and growing media in search of suitable insect hosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a nematode enters a susceptible pest, it releases naturally associated symbiotic bacteria. 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Proper storage, handling, application timing, moisture, and environmental conditions are important for successful results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the product-specific storage and application instructions and use the nematodes within the recommended period after receiving them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Growers House Auto","offers":[{"title":"sponge - 1 mil juveniles","offer_id":47213350355121,"sku":"SFSC-1M-SP","price":15.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"sponge - 6 mil juveniles","offer_id":47213350387889,"sku":"SFSC-6M-SP","price":63.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/9487\/2241\/files\/BioWorks-BCA-Family_fa90d779-575b-4eee-9aa5-d9473c4cb91d.jpg?v=1776371977","url":"https:\/\/monstergardens.com\/products\/nematodes-nemaforce-sf-sc-s-feltiea-carpocapsae","provider":"Monster Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}