The Best BioControl Agent for Peach Curcilio: Steinernema riobrave / January 3, 2026 by Ganpati Jagdale

Peach curculio larvae damage roots underground, weakening peach trees. Discover how Steinernema riobrave nematodes provide effective biological control.

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The Best BioControl Agent for Peach Curcilio: Steinernema riobrave

about 3 days ago

Peach curculio larvae damage roots underground, weakening peach trees. Discover how Steinernema riobrave nematodes provide effective biological control.

The Most Serious Lawn and Garden Threat: Japanese Beetles

about a week ago

Japanese beetles damage lawns and plants from above and below ground. Learn which beneficial nematode species control grubs and the best time to apply them for better results.

Heterorhabditis bacteriophora: Natural Control for Soil Pests

about a month ago

Discover how Heterorhabditis bacteriophora beneficial nematodes provide natural, effective control of soil-dwelling insect pests like grubs, weevils, and fungus gnat larvae. Learn how they work, where to apply them, and why they’re a powerful tool for sustainable pest management.

Heterorhabditis indica: The Natural Ally Against Small Hive Beetles

about a month ago

Beneficial Heterorhabditis indica nematodes target and kill small hive beetle pupae in the soil, providing fast, natural, and safe control for your apiary. Ideal for organic and treatment-free beekeepers looking to protect colonies without chemicals

The Amazing Pest Control with Steinernema carpocapsae Nemato

about a month ago

Beneficial Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are truly one of nature’s most powerful pest control allies. Whether you’re managing a backyard garden, greenhouse, or farm, these beneficial nematodes offer a safe, sustainable, and effective way to keep harmful insects under control—naturally.

Controlling Japanese Beetles with Entomopathogenic Nematodes

about 8 months ago

Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) are among the most destructive garden pests in North America, devouring leaves, flowers, and fruit of over 300 plant species (Photo 1 and 2). But the damage starts even before you notice it below the surface, their white grubs feed on the roots of grasses (Photo 3) and plants, causing brown patches in lawns and weakened ornamental plants. While chemical treatments are available, many gardeners and landscape professionals are turning to a safer, more natural method of control: entomopathogenic nematodes, Heterorhabditis bacteriophora