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Seira™ Verticillium lecanii Programs for Soft-Bodied Pest Management

1 × 1010 CFU/g
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Product Overview

Verticillium lecanii biocontrol tailored for greenhouse and field crops

Seira™ is a Verticillium lecanii wettable powder for biological control of soft-bodied sucking pests in crop canopies. It performs best when applied early under humid conditions that support spore germination on the insect cuticle.

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Entomopathogenic Fungus

Entomopathogenic fungus specialized for soft-bodied sucking pests, penetrating the host through spore germination and cuticle infection.

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Canopy Management

Useful in biological canopy management under humid conditions for effective pest suppression.

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Early Application

Best results occur with early application and good lower-leaf coverage to maximize spore contact with pest colonies.

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Formulations for foliar and protected cropping

Single WP formulation for foliar spray, greenhouse drench, and fogging system applications.

Why Distributors Choose Seira™

Key Features

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Humidity Activated

Formulation promotes rapid spore germination under greenhouse humidity profiles.

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Advanced Carriers

Suspension agents maintain even distribution in spray tanks and prevent nozzle clogging.

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Rotation Friendly

Pairs well with botanical insecticides and reduces resistance development pressures.

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Regulatory Ready

Comes with organic alignment letters, efficacy data, and SDS for multiple regions.

Mode of Action

Verticillium spores attach, penetrate, and collapse pest populations

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Pests Controlled

Target Spectrum

  • Aphids
  • Whiteflies
  • Thrips
  • Mealybugs
  • Scale crawlers
Program Benefits

Secondary Advantages

  • Supports residue-sensitive export programs
  • Enhances biological rotations with Beauveria and botanical partners
  • Favorable REI and PPE requirements
  • Documentation for organic certifications
Crops Covered

Validated across greenhouse and high-value crops

Greenhouse vegetables: tomato, cucumber, peppers Ornamentals and nursery stock Berries and small fruits Tea, coffee, and spice plantations Protected herbs and leafy greens Field vegetables under IPM programs
Dosage & Dilution

Seira™ application guidance

Seira™ WP – Verticillium lecanii 1 × 1010 CFU/g

Crop Stage Dilution Rate Dose per Acre Water Volume per Acre Application Method Application Interval
General foliar application 2–3 g/L 500–1000 g 200–250 L Foliar spray for sucking pests 10–15 days

*Per-liter guidance assumes a 100 L spray volume per acre. Adjust volumes according to local application equipment.

Source: Inferred from product specifications.

Program Fit

Use sites, compatibility, and storage

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  • Greenhouses and net-houses
  • Open-field vegetables and herbs
  • Ornamental nurseries and floriculture
  • Fruit orchards with whitefly pressure
  • Protected berry production

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  • Avoid mixing with fungicides, bactericides, strong oxidizers, alkaline materials, or concentrated salts

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  • 12 months in the unopened pack under cool, dry storage below 25°C and away from sunlight
  • Store sealed in a cool, dry, shaded place
  • Avoid heat, sunlight, and moisture that reduce viability

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