{"product_id":"beneficial-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae-nemaforce-sf","title":"Beneficial Nematodes Steinernema feltiae (NEMAforce SF)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNEMAforce™ SF\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeneficial Steinernema Feltiae Nematodes for Biological Pest Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEMAforce™ SF contains live \u003cem\u003eSteinernema feltiae\u003c\/em\u003e beneficial nematodes — a highly effective biological control for fungus gnats, thrips, shore flies, and other soil-dwelling pests commonly found in greenhouses, indoor grows, nurseries, gardens, and field production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f1f8e9; border: 1px solid #c8e6c9; border-left: 5px solid #2e7d32; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 25px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #1b5e20; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey things we want you to know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTargets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fungus gnat larvae, thrips, shore flies and mushroom flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere they work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Below the media surface, in the top 1 to 2 inches, where sprays often miss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Host insects are killed within 24 to 48 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplied with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard sprayers and irrigation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate on arrival at 41°F, do not freeze, and use the entire tray once it is opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese entomopathogenic nematodes actively seek out insect larvae and pupae below the media surface, releasing a naturally occurring symbiotic bacteria (\u003cem\u003eXenorhabdus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) that kills host insects within 24–48 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Growers Use NEMAforce™ SF\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTargets fungus gnat larvae, thrips, shore flies, and mushroom flies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for greenhouse, indoor, and nursery pest management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks below the soil surface where sprays often miss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ornamentals, vegetables, hemp\/cannabis, mushrooms, soft fruits, and tree nurseries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard sprayers and irrigation systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for integrated pest management (IPM) programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSteinernema feltiae\u003c\/em\u003e are intermediate foragers that live primarily within the top 1–2 inches of growing media. Once they locate a host insect, they enter through natural openings and release symbiotic bacteria that quickly kill the pest. The nematodes then reproduce and continue searching for additional hosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimal soil temperature: 50–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply with standard spray equipment or irrigation injection systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep media moist before and after application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain constant agitation during mixing and spraying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove filters finer than 50 mesh from equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse cool, clean water and avoid direct sunlight during application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor foliar applications, apply during low light or overcast conditions and maintain high humidity afterward for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains living organisms and must be handled properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate immediately upon arrival at 41°F (5°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not freeze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse promptly and before expiration date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce opened, use the entire tray immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTransition to Beneficial Insectary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are transitioning to NEMAforce™ SF supplied by Beneficial Insectary, a leader in science-based biological pest management and mass-rearing of beneficial organisms in the United States and Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneficial Insectary focuses on quality-driven production, continuous research and development, and sustainable pest management solutions designed to support growers with effective, affordable biological controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Product Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEMAforce™ SF contains live beneficial organisms. Please inspect shipments immediately upon arrival and report any issues within 24 hours prior to release. 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