Defence against slugs and snails

What is NemaFence^® Phasma?

• Microscopically small worms (nematodes) of the species Phasmarhabditis californica
• Rapid slug control when used curatively in moist soil
• Effective in a soil temperature range between 5°C and 30°C

Which pests does NemaFence^® Phasma control?

• Arion spp.
• Grey field slug (Deroceras reticulatum)
• Brown field slug (Deroceras panormitanum)
• Greenhouse slug (Lehmannia valentiana)
• Small snails (living in the substrate)

What are the benefits of NemaFence^® Phasma?

• Efficient and entirely biological way to control soil-dwelling slugs
• Safe for humans, animals, and the environment
• Easy to use
• No pest resistance problems  

How does it control pests?

• Infective juveniles actively search the soil for slugs
• They penetrate their prey through the respiratory opening under the mantle
• Once inside, they release symbiotic bacteria
• Infected slugs stop feeding within 3 to 5 days
• The nematodes multiply inside the slug      
• Eventually the slug dies due to toxic compounds produced by the symbiotic bacteria.
• When it starts to decompose, a new generation of nematodes disperses in search of their next prey

In which crops is NemaFence^® Phasma effective?

• Soft fruit crops
• Public green

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Units

NemaFence^® Phasma is delivered as a gel formulation in units of:

• 12 million      
• 30 million      
• 250 million