The Noctovi formulation does not attract bees, which are left unharmed. By attracting and inducing the adult moth pests to feed on the formulation, the amount of insecticide necessary for control in the area treated with Noctovi is reduced by more than 90%. Noctovi contains a blend of compounds released in nature by plants that are highly attractive to the fall armyworm and other moths, targeting closely related moths of the Noctuid family which includes cutworms, armyworms, and owlet moths.

Your now ready to put out new grass seed and fertilizer at this point.The control of the fall armyworm was achieved by a technique called attract-and-kill. Once the thatch has been removed, the grass and soil will be able to breath, resulting in a healthier and greener lawn. After you have gone over the whole lawn, make sure to remove any loosened debris. You should overlap by a couple of inches to make sure you cover as much ground as possible. Whatever method you choose, make sure to get all the way down to the grass level. It can cause shallow root development, prevent pesticides or fertilizer penetration, and can harbor disease causing bacteria or fungus.ĭethatching generally includes using a thatch rake or power rake machine to remove the excess thatch. Heavy thatch creates a barrier that stops air, water, and nutrients from getting down to the soil. Thatch is an excessive growth of grass that builds up before existing plant matter can decompose. In this video, we will go over a couple of dethatching tips. Most people over look dethatching their yard! It is a simple way to make sure your lawn is getting the nutrients it needs to survive.

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