Plant Protection

The UK and Ireland ornamental horticulture industry now has a groundbreaking solution at its disposal to help combat Black Vine Weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) – Lalguard M52 GR (Lalguard). Black Vine weevil is a prevalent pest in ornamental horticulture and is a persistent problem within the UK and Ireland, if not managed correctly it can lead to extensive losses. Black vine weevil larvae damage roots, causing stunted growth, wilting, and plant loss. Meanwhile, adults chew notches in leaves, causing unsightly damage and poor plant health. Lalguard is an advanced, eco-conscious solution to help control this devastating pest. Derived from a specific soil-borne insect-pathogenic fungus, Lalguard acts primarily against Black Vine Weevil larvae. Lalguard can easily be incorporated into growing media and is well suited as a biopesticide as it does not need to be ingested to be effective. For UK and Ireland growers, Lalguard is the choice for effective and sustainable vine weevil management, especially in conjunction with a bespoke ICL plant protection plan. By integrating Lalguard into your strategy, you not only reduce the Black Vine Weevil’s impact but also lead the way in sustainable horticulture. Lalguard: Where plant protection meets environmental stewardship.

Seeka is a range of beneficial nematodes, powered by BASF technology, which helps ornamental growers reduce the risk of damage from pests which feed on their plants. Targeting specific pests such as vine weevil and fungus gnats, ICL’s Seeka looks to supplement our chemical portfolio providing growers with a one stop shop for all their plant protection needs, when it comes to these pests.