{"title":"Fungus Gnat Control","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2171\/6857\/files\/TT_FungusGnats_600x600.png?v=1536775269\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdult fungus gnats thrive in moist warm soils and grow mediums, they do not damage plants but are a seen as a nuisance in greenhouses and indoor grows. However, the fungus gnat larval, which look like small white caterpillars with a black head in the soil damage roots and stunt growth, particularly in seedlings and young plants. A wilting droopy plant may not indicate a lack of water, but rather root damage by fungus gnat. They are usually found in wet, over-watered soils or grow mediums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #349bb2;\"\u003eWhat works best for Fungus Gnat control?...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost of the fungus gnat’s life is spent in a developmental stage such as Larva or pupa in the soil, so the most effective control is to target these stages rather than attempting to control the short-lived flying adults.  Adults can be trapped using homemade traps or pheromone lure\/trap.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNematodes such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retail-tiptopbio.com\/products\/beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae\" title=\"Nematodes, Sf Nematodes, Sf, Fungus Gnat, Root Knot, Fungus Gnat \u0026amp; Root Knot Exterminator\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/products\/beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae\"\u003eStenernema feltiae\u003c\/a\u003e and predatory mite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retail-tiptopbio.com\/products\/hypoaspis-miles-stratiolaelaps-scimitus\" title=\"Hypoaspis Miles, Fungas Gnat Larvae, Thrips, Sciarid Flies, Shore Flies, Root Aphids, Bulb Mites, Springtails, Root Mealybugs, Poultry Mites\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/products\/hypoaspis-miles-stratiolaelaps-scimitus\"\u003eHypoaspis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emiles\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eare both predators that attack the fungus gnat larvae in the soil. Both predators are very popular with experienced growers as a preventative measure. Both because of their low cost and effectiveness. High infestations will require multiple releases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor high infestations Stenernema feltiae, Hypoaspis miles (aka Stratiolaelaps scrimitis) and  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retail-tiptopbio.com\/products\/dalotia-atheta-coriara\" title=\"Dalotia, Rove Beetle, Shore Flies, Fungas Gnat, Western Flower Thrips, Springtails, Moth Fly Larvae, Root Aphids\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/products\/dalotia-atheta-coriara\"\u003eDalotia coriaria\u003c\/a\u003e (rove beetle) will co-exist and may all be released together.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retail-tiptopbio.com\/products\/beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae\" title=\"Sf Nematodes, Sf, Stenernema Feltiae, Beneficial Nematodes\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/collections\/beneficial-nematodes-2\/products\/beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae\"\u003eStenernema feltiae\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eFungus gnat larvae, Root Aphids, Leaf Miners, Shore Flies, and Thrips.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retail-tiptopbio.com\/products\/hypoaspis-miles-stratiolaelaps-scimitus\" title=\"Hypoaspis, Hypoaspis Miles, Stratiolaelaps Scimitus\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/products\/hypoaspis-miles-stratiolaelaps-scimitus\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStratiolaelaps scimitus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Fungus Gnat Larvae, Thrips, Sciarid Flies, Shore Flies, Root Aphids, Springtails, Root Mealybugs and Poultry Mites.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retail-tiptopbio.com\/products\/dalotia-atheta-coriara\" title=\"Dalotia, Dalotia Coriara, Rove Beetle, Atheta\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/products\/dalotia-atheta-coriara\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDalotia coriaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFungus Gnats, Shore Fly, Thrips, Springtails, and Root Aphids.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2171\/6857\/files\/WhiteTruck_Nematodes_large.png?v=1545153146\" width=\"275\" height=\"272\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: right;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2171\/6857\/files\/WhiteTruck_Nematodes_large.png?v=1545153146\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/collections\/fungus-gnat-beneficial-control\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/collections\/fungus-gnat-beneficial-control\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.naturesgoodguys.com\/collections\/fungus-gnat-control\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.naturesgoodguys.com\/collections\/fungus-gnat-control\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae","title":"Fungus Gnat Exterminator - Sf Nematodes","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e39839;\"\u003eLIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e39839;\"\u003eEasy release powder is quick dissolving and the formulation used by professionals. Well-suited for cooler temperatures and is commonly used during cooler seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eTARGET PESTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFungus Gnats and 200+ soil-dwelling pests. See pest chart in photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name: Steinernema feltiae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNematodes are microscopic worms that inhabit the soil parasitizing immature stages of pest insects, including various species of larvae, grubs, nymphs, and pupae. Maintaining adequate moisture levels is crucial for the success of nematodes, as they depend on a film of water to move and locate hosts in the soil. Dry conditions can limit mobility and reduce effectiveness in parasitizing pests. Conversely, excessive water can lead to unfavorable conditions, such as waterlogged soil that may drown the nematodes or water runoff that could wash them away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe lifecycle begins with mated females producing eggs that develop into pre-infective juveniles. These young juveniles are in a non-feeding stage, progressing through several molts until they develop into infective juveniles eager to feed. Infective juveniles actively seek and enter hosts through natural openings, releasing symbiotic bacteria toxic to the pest. The insect host dies within 2-5 days, and the juveniles feed on the tissues, often completing several generations inside the host. After the host has been consumed and depleted, the nematodes enter the soil in search of new hosts. Mature nematodes will mate, and females will produce eggs, repeating the cycle for as long as conditions are favorable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eTEMPERATURE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSoil above 46°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eINTRODUCTION SITES\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBeneficial Nematodes can be used indoors, outdoors, or anywhere that developing pests exist. Use in gardens, greenhouses, indoor grows, lawns, orchards, vineyards, and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eINTRODUCTION FREQUENCY\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSeasonal application recommended for prevention. Weekly to monthly application recommended for active infestations. Adjust as necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eINTRODUCTION RATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePreventative\/Light: 5 million per 300 sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eModerate\/Heavy: 5 million per 50 sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt's important to note that these release rates serve as general guidelines and may vary based on the specific pest species, the crop or plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the subsequent effectiveness of the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eINTRODUCTION METHODS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNematodes are not a chemical, so their effectiveness will not be reduced by the amount of water used to create the release solution. Adjust the concentration of the solution based on the extent of the pest infestation and the size of area to be treated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Introduce indoors at any time, or outdoors in the morning, evening, or on a cloudy day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAvoid direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003ePREPARE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMoisten the soil to improve habitat. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep soil moist for two weeks after application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAvoid run-off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003eACTIVATE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMix nematodes with 1-5 gallons of water (59-69°F) to cover the desired area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDilute to create volume needed for coverage of area. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003eAPPLY NEMATODE SOLUTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIntroduce solution onto desired area with chosen apparatus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eUse within 6 hours of activation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'sans-serif'; color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'sans-serif'; color: #000000;\"\u003eWATER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWater the treated area immediately after application. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep soil temperature between 44-86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eStore up to 30 days in the refrigerator.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eOnce activated, Nematodes can be used up to 6 hours after activation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRO TIPS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep out of light. Nematodes are susceptible to UV light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eProper identification of the pest species is important. Monitoring the crop closely and introducing beneficial insects early will help in control pest populations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePesticides, even wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insects' survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e For optimal results, the ground surface should be moist. Water before application and keep the soil moist for two weeks after application. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eExhibits \"cruising\" behavior, searching for hosts in the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eITEM NUMBERS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNFUN1: 5 Million S.f. Beneficial Nematodes in Retail Package\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNSF-10: 10 Million S.f. Beneficial Nematodes in Breathable Pouch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNSF-50: 50 Million S.f. Beneficial Nematodes in Retail Package\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNSF-250: 250 Million S.f. Beneficial Nematodes in Breathable Pouch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNSF-500: 500 Million S.f. Beneficial Nematodes in Breathable Pouch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tip Top Bio-Control - Beneficial Insects","offers":[{"title":"5 Million Sf Nematodes in Retail Package","offer_id":45499445608676,"sku":"10000000075","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Million Sf Nematodes in Pouch","offer_id":45499445739748,"sku":"10000000076","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Million Sf Nematodes in Retail Package","offer_id":45499445838052,"sku":"10000000077","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 Million Sf Nematodes in Pouch","offer_id":45499445870820,"sku":"10000000078","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Million Sf Nematodes in Pouch","offer_id":45499445936356,"sku":"10000000079","price":268.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/7631\/8436\/files\/TT_FungusGnatRootknotExt_Sf_NFUN1.png?v=1755041625"},{"product_id":"dalotia-atheta-coriara","title":"Dalotia \"Atheta\" coriara - Rove Beetle","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e39839;\"\u003eLIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e39839;\"\u003eThrives in damp conditions. Introduce early during propagation cycles in greenhouses. Active flyer and fast runner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eTARGET PESTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFungus Gnats, Root Aphids, Shoreflies, Spider Mites, Thrips, Springtails, Root Mealybugs, Sow Bugs, Rollie-Pollies, \u0026amp; more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eScientific Name: Dalotia (Atheta) coriara\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDALOTIA are nocturnal soil-dwelling generalist predators that targets a wide range of underground pests in various life stages, particularly eggs. Measuring about 3-4mm long, they are light to dark brown in color with short wing covers and flexible elongated abdomens that curve upward under certain stimuli. DALOTIA are active fliers and fast runners so it’s advisable to wait until you’re in the release area to open the container. Adult females lay several hundred individual eggs in the soil or growing medium near pest populations. These eggs hatch within 3-7 days into larvae, initiating an active feeding phase that lasts for about 10-14 days before entering the pupal stage. After approximately 3-7 days of pupation, they emerge from the cocoon as adults. The lifecycle from egg to adult is approximately 14-21 days, and the adult lifespan is about 2-4 weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eINTRODUCTION RATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e0.2-1 beetle per sq. ft. Only calculate soil surface.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf transplanted, release again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eStore at 45-55°F for no longer than 2 days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003ePRO TIPS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRove beetles can be used in conjunction with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Hypoaspis miles\" href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/products\/hypoaspis-miles-stratiolaelaps-scimitus\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHypoaspis miles\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Beneficial Nematodes\" href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/collections\/beneficial-nematodes-2\/products\/beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeneficial Nematodes\u003c\/a\u003e for a more complete control of fungus gnats, thrips, and other soft-bodied pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eITEM NUMBERS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eROVE-100: Minimum of 100 beetles per bottle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eROVE-500: Minimum of 500 beetles per bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eROVE-1K: Minimum of 1,000 beetles per bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eROVE-3K: Minimum of 3,000 beetles per bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tip Top Bio-Control - Beneficial Insects","offers":[{"title":"100 Beetles per Bottle","offer_id":45499446329572,"sku":"10000000071","price":21.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Beetles per Bottle","offer_id":45499446493412,"sku":"10000000072","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1k Beetles per Bottle","offer_id":45499446591716,"sku":"10000000073","price":89.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3k Beetles per Bag","offer_id":45499446657252,"sku":"10000000074","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/7631\/8436\/files\/IMG_1900_2_1800x1765_35e7c00c-2b9d-4a2a-8517-09a5a323ee65.png?v=1755041623"},{"product_id":"hypoaspis-miles-stratiolaelaps-scimitus","title":"Hypoaspis miles (Stratiolaelaps scimitus) - Soil-Dwelling Predatory Mite","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"disclosure__panel has-motion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"disclosure__content rte cf\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e39839;\"\u003eLIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e39839;\"\u003eFungus gnat control. To view: turn of flights for 5-10 minutes, then dump a spoonful onto white paper and use a flashlight to view mites.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eTARGET PESTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eFungus Gnats, Thrips, Some Shore Flies, Mites, Root Mealybugs, Springtails, Poultry Mites, Snake Mites, Bulb Mites, Varroa Mites, \u0026amp; many other pest species.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eScientific Name: Hypoaspis miles (formally Stratiolaelaps scimitus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eHYPOASPIS are native, soil-dwelling, eight legged predatory mites used for managing underground pests at various life stages. With a brown to tan oval shaped body measuring approximately 1mm, HYPOASPIS seamlessly blends into the soil to provide continuous pest management throughout their life cycle. Adaptable to a wide range of environmental conditions, including various growing media, HYPOASPIS is well-suited for deployment in greenhouses and container plant production systems. Females can lay up to 60 eggs in the soil or growing medium where pests are present. After a brief 1-2 day incubation period, the eggs hatch into larvae, which actively search for and feed on pests. The larvae increase in size as they progress through several nymphal stages over a period of 5-7 days, until reaching full maturity. The entire lifecycle, from egg to adult, spans about 14 days, and the lifespan of adults is 3-6 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eSOIL TEMPERATURE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e50-96°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eINTRODUCTION RATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e10-30 mites per sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt's important to note that these release rates serve as general guidelines and may vary based on the specific pest species, the crop or plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the subsequent effectiveness of the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eGOOD BUG SUPPLEMENTAL DIET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMaintain your growing operation with well-fed beneficial insects as your natural defenders. By providing a dependable food source, you enhance their strength and effectiveness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eOur \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Good Bug Supplemental Diet\" href=\"https:\/\/tiptopbiocontrol.com\/collections\/attractants-nutrition\/products\/good-bug-artemia-diet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGood Bug Supplemental Diet\u003c\/a\u003e combines Ephestia and Artemia, which are highly nutritional food sources rich in proteins, lipids, and essential fatty acids. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePackaged on easy-to-use hanging tabs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFor best results introduce immediately. Store at 45-55°F for no longer than 48hrs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRO TIPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eProper identification of the pest species is important. Monitoring the crop closely and introducing beneficial insects early will help in control pest populations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePesticides, even wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insects' survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eWHOLESALE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNot available in cases. Overnight shipping is required. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eITEM NUMBERS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHYPO-HALF: 12,500 mites per bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHYPO-L: 25,000 mites per bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHYPO-5L: 125,000 mites per bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tip Top Bio-Control - Beneficial Insects","offers":[{"title":"12.5k Nymphs per Bottle","offer_id":45499450818788,"sku":"10000000047","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25k Nymphs per Bottle","offer_id":45499452293348,"sku":"10000000048","price":31.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125k Nymphs per Bag","offer_id":45499452621028,"sku":"10000000049","price":127.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/7631\/8436\/files\/IMG_1911_1800x1565_73f94b2f-584b-4caf-9fbf-307f103dfa32.png?v=1755041610"},{"product_id":"pot-screens","title":"Uncle Dave's Pot Screens","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Numbers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eUDPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacks of 6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Your Soil In \u0026amp; The Bad Bugs Out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne Size Fits All Pots \u0026amp; Planters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply place your pot screens over the container’s holes and fill with soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllows the water to filter through while keeping the bad bugs from coming in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMildew and fungus resistant, and provides good support and drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tip Top Bio-Control - Beneficial Insects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45499447279844,"sku":"10000000018","price":2.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/7631\/8436\/files\/UDPSL1PotScreenLabelBACK_daa5cc8c-a9bd-4137-b3ea-1aea49af4d3d.jpg?v=1755041590"},{"product_id":"sf-nematode-cup","title":"Fungus Gnat Exterminator - 10 Million Sf Nematodes in Retail Cup","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e39839;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVermiculite helps absorb moisture and minimize temperature fluctuations. Nematode cups can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge for one year. Simply mix with water and apply! Well-suited for cooler temperatures and is commonly used during cooler seasons. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTARGET PESTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFungus Gnats and 200+ soil-dwelling pests. See pest chart in photos.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name: Steinernema feltiae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNematodes are microscopic worms that inhabit the soil parasitizing immature stages of pest insects, including various species of larvae, grubs, nymphs, and pupae. Maintaining adequate moisture levels is crucial for the success of nematodes, as they depend on a film of water to move and locate hosts in the soil. Dry conditions can limit mobility and reduce effectiveness in parasitizing pests. Conversely, excessive water can lead to unfavorable conditions, such as waterlogged soil that may drown the nematodes or water runoff that could wash them away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe lifecycle begins with mated females producing eggs that develop into pre-infective juveniles. These young juveniles are in a non-feeding stage, progressing through several molts until they develop into infective juveniles eager to feed. Infective juveniles actively seek and enter hosts through natural openings, releasing symbiotic bacteria toxic to the pest. The insect host dies within 2-5 days, and the juveniles feed on the tissues, often completing several generations inside the host. After the host has been consumed and depleted, the nematodes enter the soil in search of new hosts. Mature nematodes will mate, and females will produce eggs, repeating the cycle for as long as conditions are favorable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTEMPERATURE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil above 46°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eINTRODUCTION SITES\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBeneficial Nematodes can be used indoors, outdoors, or anywhere that developing pests exist. Use in gardens, greenhouses, indoor grows, lawns, orchards, vineyards, and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eINTRODUCTION FREQUENCY\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSeasonal application recommended for prevention. Weekly to monthly application recommended for active infestations. Adjust as necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eINTRODUCTION RATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePreventative\/Light: 10 million per 600 sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModerate\/Heavy: 10 million per 100 sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's important to note that these release rates serve as general guidelines and may vary based on the specific pest species, the crop or plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the subsequent effectiveness of the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eINTRODUCTION METHODS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNematodes are not a chemical, so their effectiveness will not be reduced by the amount of water used to create the release solution. Adjust the concentration of the solution based on the extent of the pest infestation and the size of area to be treated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Introduce indoors at any time, or outdoors in the morning, evening, or on a cloudy day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvoid direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePREPARE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMoisten the soil to improve habitat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep soil moist for two weeks after application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvoid run-off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eACTIVATE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMix nematodes with 1-5 gallons of water (59-69°F) to cover the desired area.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDilute to create volume needed for coverage of area. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLet sit for 15-30 minutes to allow vermiculite to float.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCOLLECT VERMICULITE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSkim vermiculite from water with a fine strainer.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisperse vermiculite onto soil to introduce any remaining nematodes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAPPLY NEMATODE SOLUTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIntroduce solution onto desired area with chose apparatus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse within 6 hours of activation.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'sans-serif'; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWATER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater the treated area immediately after application. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep soil temperature between 44-86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eStore at room temperature for 6 months. Store in fridge for 12 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRO TIPS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of light. Nematodes are susceptible to UV light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProper identification of the pest species is important. Monitoring the crop closely and introducing beneficial insects early will help in control pest populations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePesticides, even wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insects' survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e For optimal results, the ground surface should be moist. Water before application and keep the soil moist for two weeks after application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #577c36;\"\u003eITEM NUMBERS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNFUN1C: 10 Million Sf Beneficial Nematodes in Retail Cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tip Top Bio-Control - Beneficial Insects","offers":[{"title":"10 Million Nematodes in Retail Cup","offer_id":45499447574756,"sku":"10000000014","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/7631\/8436\/files\/beneficial-nematode-fungus-gnat-cup.png?v=1755041586"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.retail-tiptopbio.com\/collections\/fungus-gnat-beneficial-control\/thrip-control.oembed","provider":"Retail Tip Top Bio-Control ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}