Entomopathogenic Nematodes (EPN) are an effective and potential bio-pesticide for the management of White Grubs associated with cultivated crops.
It is non-toxic, environmental-friendly and ecologically safe for human beings and beneficial organisms.
Being tolerant to most agrochemicals including herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, it has a shelf life of about 12 months.
EPN can be easily applied in the field with conventional equipment by broadcast, spot application, spraying with normal sprayers, and water-based application methods.
The Formulation is licensed to six firms.
Source- ICAR
