Nematode Control in Bhendi

Are your bhendi (okra/ladyfinger) plants looking stunted, yellow, and wilting despite adequate water and fertilizer? When you pull them up, do you see strange, swollen galls or knots on the roots? You are likely dealing with Root-Knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.), a silent killer in the vegetable garden that drastically reduces yield and quality.

These microscopic worms attack the root system, creating entry points for other soil-borne diseases like Fusarium wilt. Chemical nematicides are hazardous and often ineffective in the long run. The sustainable solution is Paecilomyces lilacinus, a powerful beneficial fungus.

Why Chemical Nematicides Are Not the Answer

• Soil Health Damage: They harm beneficial soil microbes and earthworms.

• Residue Problems: Leave toxic residues in your soil and harvest.

• Nematode Resistance: Nematodes can develop resistance, making chemicals useless over time.

• Costly & Hazardous: They are expensive and dangerous to handle.

The Scientific Solution: Paecilomyces lilacinus

Paecilomyces lilacinus is a naturally occurring soil fungus that acts as a parasitic predator specifically targeting nematode eggs and females. It is the cornerstone of modern, sustainable nematode management.

How Does Our Paecilomyces Powder Work?

This bio-nematicide works through multiple modes of action, making it highly effective:

1. Parasitizes Nematode Eggs: It colonizes and destroys nematode eggs, breaking their life cycle before they can hatch.

2. Traps & Infects Females: The fungus produces specialized structures that trap and paralyze adult female nematodes.

3. Colonizes the Root Zone: It establishes itself in the rhizosphere, creating a protective zone around the roots against future nematode attacks.

Why Choose Our Paecilomyces lilacinus Powder for Your Bhendi Crop?

Our product is formulated to deliver a high concentration of viable spores directly to the root zone where the problem exists.

• ✅ Highly Specific: Targets harmful nematodes without affecting earthworms or beneficial organisms.

• ✅ 100% Organic & Safe: No chemical residues. Safe for humans, animals, and the environment.

• ✅ Improves Plant Health: By controlling nematodes, it allows your okra plants to develop a strong, healthy root system for better nutrient uptake.

• ✅ Cost-Effective: A single application provides long-lasting protection, reducing the need for repeated chemical treatments.

• ✅Organic option : Meets all quality standards for organic agriculture.

How to Use Our Paecilomyces Powder for Nematode Control (Step-by-Step)

Prevention is better than cure! For best results, apply at the time of sowing or transplanting.

1. Soil Application (Best Method): Mix 1 kg of powder with 100 kg of well-decomposed Farm Yard Manure (FYM) or compost. Apply this mixture uniformly across the field and mix well into the soil before sowing.

2. Seed Treatment: Mix 10 grams of powder per kg of okra seeds with a sticky agent like jaggery solution. Coat the seeds evenly and dry in the shade before sowing.

3. Seedling Root Dip: For transplanted okra, prepare a solution of 10 grams per liter of water. Dip the seedling roots in this solution for 30 minutes before transplanting.

4. Drenching for Existing Crops: If nematodes are already present, mix 5-10 grams of powder per liter of water and drench the soil around the base of each plant.

Ready to Rescue Your Bhendi Harvest?

Don't let invisible nematodes rob you of a healthy, profitable okra yield. Rebuild your soil health and protect your investment with our proven biological solution.