Sweetpotato growers in California and the mid-Atlantic are busy prepping their fields ahead of planting. One of the biggest threats they face is damage inflicted from root-knot nematodes—especially the destructive Guava Root-Knot nematode in the east.

When it comes to managing nematodes, TELONE™ by Teleos soil fumigant remains the gold standard. Because of where nematodes live, how they move, and what impacts them, no alternative matches TELONE™’s efficacy in reducing nematode populations deep within the soil.

By targeting nematodes before planting, TELONE™ helps growers give crops the best possible start. TELONE™ creates a protective zone for young roots to establish during the first 6–8 weeks of growth, allowing plants to develop strong, healthy root systems. This often leads to higher yields, improved crop quality, and better ROI for growers.

And for those exporting crops, TELONE™ provides additional peace of mind: it leaves behind zero residuals and meets EU market standards for sweetpotatoes grown in treated soil.