01 · Control · Slugicide

Slug Control

Natural gastropod pesticide — 85-95% efficacy, Surfactant action.

Natural gastropod pesticide from Vegalab Crop Science, powered by Tea saponin (Camellia oleifera). Slug Control targets Slugs, snails, mole crickets, ants — Deroceras, Limax, Acusta, and has been tested on Strawberries, Lettuce, Brassicas and Ornamentals.

Vegalab Slug Control
Mode of action

Tea-tree saponin acts as a surfactant on the slug's mucous and salivary glands, disrupting mucus secretion. Slugs cannot move, feed or reproduce. Field-tested at 85-95% efficacy on strawberries.

85-95% efficacySurfactant actionFast-actingNaturally derivedSafe for the environment
Specifications
ActiveTea saponin (Camellia oleifera)
TargetsSlugs, snails, mole crickets, ants — Deroceras, Limax, Acusta
Dilution rate1:800–1:600 · 1.25–1.67 mL/L (4.7–6.3 mL/gal) · 0.5–0.75 L/ha (6.9–10.4 fl oz/acre)
ApplicationFoliar spray at start of infestation
Line · CategoryControl · Natural gastropod pesticide
Efficacy
  • Slugs (Deroceras, Limax)
  • Snails (Acusta)
  • Mole crickets
  • Ants
Tested on
StrawberriesLettuceBrassicasOrnamentals
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Frequently asked questions

What does Slug Control target?

Slugs, snails, mole crickets, ants — Deroceras, Limax, Acusta

What is the application rate for Slug Control?

1:800–1:600 · 1.25–1.67 mL/L (4.7–6.3 mL/gal) · 0.5–0.75 L/ha (6.9–10.4 fl oz/acre) Application: Foliar spray at start of infestation.

Is Slug Control suitable for natural or organic programs?

Slug Control is a naturally derived input (Tea saponin (Camellia oleifera)) designed to fit low-residue and IPM programs.

Which crops is Slug Control used on?

Strawberries · Lettuce · Brassicas · Ornamentals