Most organic farmers face continuous challenges from nematodes, which can decide the amount and quality of the harvest. Paecilomyces lilacinus takes a leading role among organic nematode control methods available today. Because of this bionematicide, many growers have found success—especially farmers, for example, Ravi Singh, who want to control pests naturally.
A problem arises for a farmer when nematodes threaten the strawberries
Ravi owns an organic strawberry farm in Maharashtra, India, and the state is famous for its delicious fruits. He noticed some plants were not doing well, the leaves appeared yellow, and there weren’t as many berries around as he usually expects in several of the beds. At the beginning, the symptoms seemed the same as those caused by fungal problems and insufficient nutrients. The farmer observed root galls on the roots of the plants after he took them out and washed them. Small worms harm plants by feeding on roots, so no water or nutrients pass through the plant until it dies.
Local farmers experienced falling income and smaller harvests because of more nematodes in the region. Not wanting to use strong chemicals and bothered by the losses, Ravi looked for less harsh ways to safeguard his tomatoes and discovered pesticides inspired by Paecilomyces lilacinus.
How Paecilomyces lilacinus operates
Paecilomyces lilacinus is found in soil and functions well as a bionematicide. Still, how does it prove to be so effective in managing organic nematodes?
The secret behind its success is that it causes harm to nematode eggs and the young ones. After the application has ended, spores germinate in the soil to find any nematode eggs and cysts present. The hyphae get through the eggshell, settle in the middle of the egg, and feed on the larva that is forming. This helps lower the number of nematodes that will be found in the future and interrupts their development process while they are in the field. P. lilacinus also lives on organic material, adding healthy nutrients to the soil and assisting plant growth.
It is helpful that this form of pesticide is made for pest nematodes and doesn’t damage other important life in the soil.
Novobac’s Paecilomyces lilacinus: Active Ingredient for Advanced Biocontrol
Managing nematodes with Nema Pro, which contains Paecilomyces lilacinus, is very effective in practice. When used in soil, Paecilomyces lilacinus attacks nematode eggs and swiftly stops any development. Nema Pro comes in types meant for direct use either as a root dip or as an in-furrow treatment that creates a barrier for roots planted in soil. It defends weak transplants and sets up a good foundation for the growth of healthy roots.
Nema Promax is a liquid that can be used flexibly
Another high-tech answer is Nema Promax, a product developed for businesses, which includes Burkholderia & Bacillus Pumilus in liquid form. Dripping or drenching the soil with biocontrol fungus in liquid form guarantees that the fungus is evenly spread around the roots. Nema Promax is helpful for supplying quick protection whenever nematodes are very active. Ravi and other growers believe it becomes a natural part of organic farming, ensuring better plant health and toughness against nematodes by being environmentally friendly.
Initiating Biocontrol along with sound farming methods
Ravi made use of biocontrol and traditional organic farming practices, for example by rotating crops, solarizing the garden, and making compost, to help the plants grow long-term. By spotting the problems and acting promptly according to the symptoms, the farmer succeeded in restoring the soil and the crop.
Conclusion
Thanks to Paecilomyces lilacinus, there is a safer and more effective way for farmers across the world to deal with nematode problems. Bionematicide products from Novobac like those used by Ravi help growers defend their crops, the soil, and their future, without any losses.
