• Supplementary Feeding for Biological Control: A Complete Guide

  July 24, 2024

  recommend for predatory mites. Nutari : Carpoglyphus lactis (feeder mite) Nutari is used exclusively for the buildup of predatory mite populations. It can be [...] include the presence of specialized plant hairs necessary for oviposition (egg laying) and high enough relative humidity for the eggs to hatch out properly [...] effect from supplemental feeding. For instance, many ornamental crops and cannabis do not have sufficient plant leaf hairs for predator mites to oviposit on

• Bumblebee Pollination Information For Canadian Fruit Crops

  June 11, 2024

  observed that the best option for a grower is to use both honeybees and bumblebee hives together in the same field. Honeybees for their mass numbers and bumblebees [...] last decade has become more of a concern for fruit crop growers due to a decrease in pollinators from pesticide use, monocropping, and colony collapse disorder [...] that self-fertile plants without pollinators have a yield decrease of at least 10% and that introducing additional hives to the crop can increase crop yield

• Spider Mite Predators; Choosing the Best Biological For Your Situation

  July 24, 2024

  them a poor choice for biocontrol. These types of predator mites are commonly used for thrips and whitefly control. i.e., Swirski-Mite ( Amblyseius swirskii [...] choice for spider mite control. It is better used as a generalist predator, similar to how Amblyseiulus swirskii or Neoseiulus cucumeris are used, except [...] devastating pest that can destroy your crop within a few weeks. Thankfully, there are many choices of predators on the market that can help with a spider

• Using Predatory Mites, but still having Thrips Issues? Close the Gap in your Thrips Control Program

  July 16, 2024

  Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predatory Mites ” article. This will help you choose which predatory mite is best to use in your growing situation. However [...] thrips in the crop (larva and adults). For larger thrips species more common in tropical plants, it is best to use a combination of Chrysoperla carnea ( [...] ways: on new plant material, clothing, pets, or flying in from outside. Once in the growing space, thrips immediately begin damaging plants by a combination

• Horiver Sticky Cards: A Powerful Tool for Pest Management and Prevention

  May 27, 2024

  irresistible landing spot for insects, trapping them upon contact and preventing their escape. What are Horiver Cards used for? Horiver sticky cards are [...] excellent tools for detecting and monitoring the presence of pests in a particular area of a crop. By placing the cards strategically you can: Identify the [...] cards, you can: Track the number of insects caught Determine if the pest population is increasing or decreasing. This information is crucial for developing

• Understanding Orius

  July 12, 2024

  diapause. Note: If you are using Thripor curatively, and do not need establishment (cannabis or tropical houseplant growers, etc.), you can use them during the [...] knowledge and preparation, you are now ready to use this predatory bug in your growing facility! So why struggle with thrips when you can use the perfect crop defender [...] Thripor will kill 20 thrips per day. Can They be Used with Other Biocontrol? Yes, this natural enemy should be used in conjunction with other biological

• Choosing Between Spidex Red and Spidex Vital

  April 3, 2024

  soon as it is placed in the crop. When should you use Spidex Vital and Spidex Red? Spidex Vital can be used as a preventative or light curative against the [...] against starvation, which can decrease fecundity. Spidex Red should be used as a curative against the two spotted spider mite, where you need control immediately [...] spider mites than juveniles. For quick, curative action, Spidex Red provides the quickest response time. When should you not use Spidex Vital and Spidex Red

• Harnessing the Power of Parasitic Wasps

  March 21, 2024

  are found all over the plant, not just in the heads. For extra Bemisia control, you can blow the adults into the tape/traps by using a blower or vacuum type [...] flowers to be discarded for aesthetics. Acting as a vector for various plant diseases, transmitting pathogens from infected plants to healthy ones. Understanding [...] Feeding on plant sap by piercing the plant’s vascular system with their needle-like mouthparts. This feeding robs the energy reserves, weakens the plant, and

• Predatory mites

  to the local ecosystem through the use of chemical pesticides. Easy to use and integrate: Predatory mites can be used in combination with other beneficials [...] are generalist predatory mites which are also used for the control of thrips. Predatory mites for whitefly For the control of whitefly, predatory mites are [...] (Montdo-Mite) can be used to control whitefly. Predatory mites for fungus gnats There are two predatory mites species which are most effective for fungus gnats

• Spider mites and other mites

  signs of plant mites is also critical. This can be done by scouting the plants visually. You can also take steps to prevent plant mites from entering your [...] Infested fruits can show yellow or brown spots or can be distorted. Heavy infestation can affect the overall health and growth of the plant and lead to lower [...] production. Solutions for mite control Learn more about What are mites? Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed on plant sap. They are found