Natural Pest Control: The Science Behind Purpureocillium lilacinum’s Effectiveness Against Corn Nematode

Basically, farmers are always on the lookout for ways to manage pests and diseases such as those infesting crops such as corn. Novobac has used natural solutions to design products that give efficient pest control solutions that are safe for the environment. We have been able to develop some out-of-the-box solutions, which are a better advancement in the integrated pest management system to combat pests such as corn cyst nematode and corn flea beetle’s natural fungal nematicide called paecilomyces lilacinus for nematode control. In our Nema Pro and Nema ProMax bio-nematicides product, farmers have a weapon of protection against pests and hacks for higher yields.

Understanding the Threat

The corn flea beetles are very small but are very destructive insects that primarily feed on the young plants of corn and are considered to be the vectors of Stewart’s wilt disease. Likewise corn cyst nematodes penetrate the root systems of corn plants reducing nutrient uptake and greatly inhibiting growth. All these pests are enemies to yield and the livelihood of farmers in the country.

Pesticides taken from chemical store also bear some lethal impact on the environment and health of human beings besides the likelihood of being resisted by pests. This is where treatment with the help of fungi Purpureocillium lilacinum becomes a genuinely groundbreaking opportunity.

What do we know about Purpureocillium lilacinum?

Purpureocillium lilacinum is a natural, entomopathogenic fungus, which affects nematodes and pests and has no negative effects on beneficial soil microorganisms. It is used in this way by moving into nematode eggs, where it releases enzymes that dissolve the layers that protect them and thus kills them. This biological approach provides a long-term solution to pest problems while at the same time improving soil health, thus recommending sustainably farming.

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Novobac’s Solutions: Nema Pro and Nema ProMax

At Novobac, we have called two products Nema Pro and Nema ProMax to give farmers the advantages of Purpureocillium lilacinum.

Nema Pro

• Targeted Action: The biology Nema Pro is meant to introduce fungal colonies into the rhizosphere with a view of forming a shield around the corn roots.
• Ease of Application: Nema Pro can be applied at the time of soil preparation or during planting and thus compliments conventional farming practices.
• Broad Spectrum: It demonstrates activity against a number of nematodes and pests including corn cyst nematodes and flea beetles.

Nema ProMax

• High Potency: Thus, Nema ProMax has a concentrated version to provide effective control for severe pest establishment.
• Flexible Use: Designed for use with drip irrigation systems, for equal distribution over the fields.
• Sustainable Impact: Prescribes to the health of the ground as well as a solid pest control.

Advantages of Using Bio-Nematicides Products

Farmers who switch to biological pest control solutions like Nema Pro and Nema ProMax experience numerous advantages:

• Environmentally Friendly: In contrast to chemical treatments which are dangerous for non-target organisms and the environment, the bio-products are harmless.
• Enhanced Soil Health: P. lilacinum not only can regulate pests but also improve the number of microbial species in the soil.
• Long-Lasting Protection: That way, these products offer pest control over the long run, which is based on the targeting of the life-cycle phases of pests.
• Cost-Effective: Whereas frequent use of chemicals requires frequent application, which in turn increases the costs to the farmer.

Farmer Success Stories

A number of farmers within the mid-west have documented significant changes in their crop health status and County rate /acre after embracing Nema Pro and Nema ProMax pest control products. John Carter, a corn farmer in Iowa, shared his experience: The fields of my clients were previously affected by nematode damage and flea beetles before using Novobac’s products. There was such a drastic change after one season using the Nema ProMax for me it was like night and day. All my plants are growing well, I do not know if I am producing good fruits in years.”

Sustainable farming in the future

With livestock feed production being affected by phenomena such as climate change and an already existing demand, sustainable methods like those employed by Perimeter in growing Purpureocillium lilacinum are vital. Novobac wants to be at the forefront of this change and is offering farmers products conducive to innovation, while being friendly to the environment.

Through bio-nematicides products such as Nema ProMax farmers can control pests and at the same time save the earth. In the near future, people-planet partnerships can lead to sustainable agriculture in the future.

Are you ready for a total overhaul of farming techniques? To know more about Nema Pro, Nema ProMax and other revolutionary products for contemporary agriculture, visit Novobac commercial website.