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Hypoline biological control agent contains the soil-dwelling predatory mite, Hypoaspis miles (also known as Stratiolaelaps scimitus). These mites aid in controlling fungus gnat larvae, Shorefly larvae and thrips pupae that drop from the plant into the growing media. Hypoline can be used on all covered crops.
Key Features--
*Attacks fungus gnats, shore flies and thrips larvae in the soil
*Tolerates variable soil moisture levels
*Exhibits longevity in the growing environment even in the absence of food for up to 70 days
Target Pests--
*Fungus gnats
*Shoreflies
*Thrips pupae
Available delivery systems--
Mites of all Hypoaspis miles stages from eggs to adults, are packed in a peat and vermiculite carrier with a food source.
*Supplied in a 1L shaker tube containing 25,000 predators
*Also supplied in a 5L (5qt) bag containing 125,000 predators
Key Features--
*Attacks fungus gnats, shore flies and thrips larvae in the soil
*Tolerates variable soil moisture levels
*Exhibits longevity in the growing environment even in the absence of food for up to 70 days
Target Pests--
*Fungus gnats
*Shoreflies
*Thrips pupae
Available delivery systems--
Mites of all Hypoaspis miles stages from eggs to adults, are packed in a peat and vermiculite carrier with a food source.
*Supplied in a 1L shaker tube containing 25,000 predators
*Also supplied in a 5L (5qt) bag containing 125,000 predators
Amblyseius (=Neoseiulus) cucumeris, the thrips predatory mite, are useful for the prevention, control, and management of various thrips species. Like most of the Amblyseius spp., A. cucumeris are tough, flexible predators. These happen to prefer thrips, mostly the immature thrips stages. A. cucumeris are shipped as adults, immatures and eggs (the latter are not part of the guaranteed count) in a bran-flake/vermiculite carrier along with a food source, the mold mite (Tyrophagus putrescentiae). This mold mite is merely a sustainable food source for the predatory mites while they're in transit.
Oriline products contain the predatory bug Orius, which has a long history of providing effective and reliable thrips control in a range of protected crops. Orius serves as a standard preventive treatment for thrips, particularly Western Flower Thrips, Frankliniella occidentalis.
The Oriline product range consists of three products, each tailored to the country and the use required.
Key Features--
*Orius is the only biological control agent that kills adult thrips
*Can kill up to 80 adult thrips per day (while only feeding on a few)
*Establishes well on pollen-rich crops
*Feeding Ephestia eggs (Bug Food E) will enhance the establishment of Orius due to increased fecundity
*All five Orius nymph stages are also predatory and adults can fly
*Considered a generalist predator it will also feed on mites, moth eggs and other pests
*Takes 4 to 8 weeks to establish a population
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Onion thrips
*Other thrips spp
*Moth eggs
*TSSM (Two Spotted Spider Mite)
Available delivery systems--
Oriline i contains the species Orius insidiosus and is specifically used in North America because it is native to this part of the world.
*Supplied in a 250ml bottles containing either 500 or 1,000 adults and late instar nymphs
The Oriline product range consists of three products, each tailored to the country and the use required.
Key Features--
*Orius is the only biological control agent that kills adult thrips
*Can kill up to 80 adult thrips per day (while only feeding on a few)
*Establishes well on pollen-rich crops
*Feeding Ephestia eggs (Bug Food E) will enhance the establishment of Orius due to increased fecundity
*All five Orius nymph stages are also predatory and adults can fly
*Considered a generalist predator it will also feed on mites, moth eggs and other pests
*Takes 4 to 8 weeks to establish a population
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Onion thrips
*Other thrips spp
*Moth eggs
*TSSM (Two Spotted Spider Mite)
Available delivery systems--
Oriline i contains the species Orius insidiosus and is specifically used in North America because it is native to this part of the world.
*Supplied in a 250ml bottles containing either 500 or 1,000 adults and late instar nymphs
Chrysoline biological control agent contains the second instar larvae of Chrysoperla sp. They are commonly known as Green Lacewings. Chrysoperla sp. larvae are predators of insects, mites and aphids. Adults feed only on nectar and pollen, and are not predatory.
Key Features:
*Targets a broad spectrum of aphid pests on different plants, thus reducing the worry of making an incorrect species identification.
*One larva can eat more than 200 aphids
*Easy to observe and monitor
*Adults disperse and hunt down aphid colonies. Adult females lay single eggs on long stalks, usually on the underside of leaves. When the larva hatches, it immediately moves down this stalk until it reaches the leaf surface, where it begins to search for prey.
*Ideal for hot spot treatments due to its quick knock down effect on aphids
*Larvae need food to survive and complete their larval stages so Chrysoline is not suitable for preventive use
Target Pests:
*Aphids
*Mealy Bugs
Key Features:
*Targets a broad spectrum of aphid pests on different plants, thus reducing the worry of making an incorrect species identification.
*One larva can eat more than 200 aphids
*Easy to observe and monitor
*Adults disperse and hunt down aphid colonies. Adult females lay single eggs on long stalks, usually on the underside of leaves. When the larva hatches, it immediately moves down this stalk until it reaches the leaf surface, where it begins to search for prey.
*Ideal for hot spot treatments due to its quick knock down effect on aphids
*Larvae need food to survive and complete their larval stages so Chrysoline is not suitable for preventive use
Target Pests:
*Aphids
*Mealy Bugs
Amblyline biological control agent contains the predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris. It is a predator of Western Flower thrips, Chili Thrips and several other thrips species.
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Bulk Bags & Tubes
*Bulk bags and tubes provide an immediate dose of mites, offering immediate protection to your crop
*Available as loose material in 5L (5qt) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1L (1qt) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Bulk Bags & Tubes
*Bulk bags and tubes provide an immediate dose of mites, offering immediate protection to your crop
*Available as loose material in 5L (5qt) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1L (1qt) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Amblyline biological control agent contains the predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris. It is a predator of Western Flower thrips, Chili Thrips and several other thrips species.
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Bulk Bags & Tubes
*Bulk bags and tubes provide an immediate dose of mites, offering immediate protection to your crop
*Available as loose material in 5L (5qt) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1L (1qt) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Bulk Bags & Tubes
*Bulk bags and tubes provide an immediate dose of mites, offering immediate protection to your crop
*Available as loose material in 5L (5qt) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1L (1qt) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Californiline biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Amblyseius californicus. It is a generalist predator targeting various spider mite species including two-spotted mites.
Key Features--
*Generalist predator which can also feed on pollen and other arthropods
*Persists longer in the crop than many other spider mite predators
*Active in high temperature and low humidity conditions
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite
*Carmine mite
Mini sachets are best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together. Beneficial predators are less able to disperse throughout these crops. Mini sachets gives more release points and therefore better distribution of predators.
*Mini sachets are smaller than CRS sachets and can be introduced at a higher rate
*For advice on recommended release rates, consult The Bioline App
Key Features--
*Generalist predator which can also feed on pollen and other arthropods
*Persists longer in the crop than many other spider mite predators
*Active in high temperature and low humidity conditions
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite
*Carmine mite
Mini sachets are best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together. Beneficial predators are less able to disperse throughout these crops. Mini sachets gives more release points and therefore better distribution of predators.
*Mini sachets are smaller than CRS sachets and can be introduced at a higher rate
*For advice on recommended release rates, consult The Bioline App
Amblyline biological control agent contains the predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris. It is a predator of Western Flower thrips, Chili Thrips and several other thrips species.
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Mini Sachets
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Mini Sachets
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Cryptoline biological control agent contains Cryptolaemus montrouzieri adults with a feeding strip. Cryptoleamus adults and larvae are predators of mealybugs (Pseudococcus sp.).
Key Features--
*Predator of many types of mealybugs
Target Pests--
*Mealy bug
Soft scale
*Food and water source provided in packaging to ensure survival in transit
Key Features--
*Predator of many types of mealybugs
Target Pests--
*Mealy bug
Soft scale
*Food and water source provided in packaging to ensure survival in transit
Active Ingredient: Steinernema carpocapsae
Beneficial nematode for the control of shorefly larvae, soil-dwelling insects and borer larvae. Labeled for use on ornamental and edible crops in greenhouses, interiorscapes, nursery, and landscapes. Millenium is available in packages of 250 million.
Rate for shorefly larvae: 250 million treats 2700-5400 sq. ft. depending on pest pressure.
MOA = MC
REI = 0
Beneficial nematode for the control of shorefly larvae, soil-dwelling insects and borer larvae. Labeled for use on ornamental and edible crops in greenhouses, interiorscapes, nursery, and landscapes. Millenium is available in packages of 250 million.
Rate for shorefly larvae: 250 million treats 2700-5400 sq. ft. depending on pest pressure.
MOA = MC
REI = 0
Starskii biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Amblyseius swirskii. It is primarily used to control whiteflies and thrips but it will provide some reduction in other small pest species.
Key Features--
*Amblyseius swirskii breed extremely quickly under warm, humid conditions. They will also survive in cooler night temperatures and through winter months in semi-protected crops.
*Actively feeds on thrips larvae (larva stage 1 or L1)
*Actively feeds on whitefly eggs and can feed on young whitefly larva (L1)
*In the absence of prey, it can feed on pollen, allowing it to survive longer in the crop
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Chili thrips
*Onion thrips
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Silverleaf/Potato whitefly
Bulk Bags & Tubes--
*Available as loose material in 5qt (5L) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1qt (1L) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Key Features--
*Amblyseius swirskii breed extremely quickly under warm, humid conditions. They will also survive in cooler night temperatures and through winter months in semi-protected crops.
*Actively feeds on thrips larvae (larva stage 1 or L1)
*Actively feeds on whitefly eggs and can feed on young whitefly larva (L1)
*In the absence of prey, it can feed on pollen, allowing it to survive longer in the crop
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Chili thrips
*Onion thrips
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Silverleaf/Potato whitefly
Bulk Bags & Tubes--
*Available as loose material in 5qt (5L) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1qt (1L) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Aphidius ervi is shipped as mummies (expect to see some hatched adults on arrival), and is an excellent parasite of potato aphid (Macrosiphum euphorbiae), foxglove aphid (Aulacorthum solani) and the pea aphid (Acyrthosiphon pisum). A strong flier, it can locate small aphid colonies, making it excellent for preventive applications. Capable of parasitizing hundreds of aphids, it can be used for curative applications, but should be used in conjunction with aphid predators such as green lacewings.
Aphidoline biological control agent contains the predatory midge, Aphidoletes aphidimyza. This voracious midge lays its eggs in colonies of aphids, and the predatory larvae then attacks and feeds on the aphid prey. Aphidoletes aphidimyza larvae feed on more than 60 different species of aphid.
Key Features--
*Easy to use and monitor
*Excellent host-finding ability
*Applicable as curative treatment for aphid infestations
Target Pests--
*Aphids
Available delivery systems--
*Supplied in units of four blister packs with each pack containing sufficient pupae to produce 250 adults
*Also available in 16oz (500 mL) bottles including 1,000 cocoons mixed with moist vermiculite
Key Features--
*Easy to use and monitor
*Excellent host-finding ability
*Applicable as curative treatment for aphid infestations
Target Pests--
*Aphids
Available delivery systems--
*Supplied in units of four blister packs with each pack containing sufficient pupae to produce 250 adults
*Also available in 16oz (500 mL) bottles including 1,000 cocoons mixed with moist vermiculite
Amblyline biological control agent contains the predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris. It is a predator of Western Flower thrips, Chili Thrips and several other thrips species.
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Sachets on a Stick
*Propagation is one of the most critical times for pest management. Mini sachets on a stick are ideal for effective pest prevention and control at this time
*Labor savings versus weekly broadcast applications
*Water-resistant sticks do not take any plug space away
*Stick is round and small and can be used in any plug tray size
*Can be applied in propagation at sticking or seeding line
*Exit hole for mites is protected under waterproof
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Sachets on a Stick
*Propagation is one of the most critical times for pest management. Mini sachets on a stick are ideal for effective pest prevention and control at this time
*Labor savings versus weekly broadcast applications
*Water-resistant sticks do not take any plug space away
*Stick is round and small and can be used in any plug tray size
*Can be applied in propagation at sticking or seeding line
*Exit hole for mites is protected under waterproof
Staphyline biological control agent contains the predatory beetle, Atheta coriaria. It can be used in crops such as herbs and ornamentals to protect against soil and compost pests. It is a generalist feeder, but adults and young stages are particularly good at feeding on the larvae of fungus gnats (Bradysia spp, Lycoriella spp, and Sciara spp) and shoreflies (Scatella spp).
Key Features--
*Formulation contains mixed life stages - adults, larvae, pupae and eggs - for a balanced population
*Visible predator. Adults are mobile resulting in good dispersal and establishment.
*Tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, humidity, light, irrigation and soil conditions, making them more suitable for year-round use in the greenhouse than other predators.
Target Pests--
*Fungus gnats
*Shoreflies
*Thrips pupae
Available delivery systems--
Staphlyline is supplied in 1/2L cardboard tubes containing 500 predators. It is also available in bulk bags containing 3,000 predators.
Key Features--
*Formulation contains mixed life stages - adults, larvae, pupae and eggs - for a balanced population
*Visible predator. Adults are mobile resulting in good dispersal and establishment.
*Tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, humidity, light, irrigation and soil conditions, making them more suitable for year-round use in the greenhouse than other predators.
Target Pests--
*Fungus gnats
*Shoreflies
*Thrips pupae
Available delivery systems--
Staphlyline is supplied in 1/2L cardboard tubes containing 500 predators. It is also available in bulk bags containing 3,000 predators.
Active Ingredient: Steinernema carpocapsae
Beneficial nematode for the control of shorefly larvae, soil-dwelling insects and borer larvae. Labeled for use on ornamental and edible crops in greenhouses, interiorscapes, nursery, and landscapes. Millenium is available in packages of 250 million.
Rate for shorefly larvae: 250 million treats 2700-5400 sq. ft. depending on pest pressure.
MOA = NC
REI = 0
Beneficial nematode for the control of shorefly larvae, soil-dwelling insects and borer larvae. Labeled for use on ornamental and edible crops in greenhouses, interiorscapes, nursery, and landscapes. Millenium is available in packages of 250 million.
Rate for shorefly larvae: 250 million treats 2700-5400 sq. ft. depending on pest pressure.
MOA = NC
REI = 0
Starskii biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Amblyseius swirskii. It is primarily used to control whiteflies and thrips but it will provide some reduction in other small pest species.
Key Features--
*Amblyseius swirskii breed extremely quickly under warm, humid conditions. They will also survive in cooler night temperatures and through winter months in semi-protected crops.
*Actively feeds on thrips larvae (larva stage 1 or L1)
*Actively feeds on whitefly eggs and can feed on young whitefly larva (L1)
*In the absence of prey, it can feed on pollen, allowing it to survive longer in the crop
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Chili thrips
*Onion thrips
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Silverleaf/Potato whitefly
Mini Sachets--
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Key Features--
*Amblyseius swirskii breed extremely quickly under warm, humid conditions. They will also survive in cooler night temperatures and through winter months in semi-protected crops.
*Actively feeds on thrips larvae (larva stage 1 or L1)
*Actively feeds on whitefly eggs and can feed on young whitefly larva (L1)
*In the absence of prey, it can feed on pollen, allowing it to survive longer in the crop
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Chili thrips
*Onion thrips
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Silverleaf/Potato whitefly
Mini Sachets--
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Amblyline biological control agent contains the predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris. It is a predator of Western Flower thrips, Chili Thrips and several other thrips species.
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Bulk Bags & Tubes
*Bulk bags and tubes provide an immediate dose of mites, offering immediate protection to your crop
*Available as loose material in 5L (5qt) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1L (1qt) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Bulk Bags & Tubes
*Bulk bags and tubes provide an immediate dose of mites, offering immediate protection to your crop
*Available as loose material in 5L (5qt) bulk bags containing 125,000 mites
*Available as loose material in 1L (1qt) cardboard tubes containing 25,000 mites
Phytoline biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis. This well-known predator will eat large numbers of two-spotted mite, Tetranychus urticae. It is a standard treatment in many crops, particularly tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries and ornamentals.
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
Phytoline biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis. This well-known predator will eat large numbers of two-spotted mite, Tetranychus urticae. It is a standard treatment in many crops, particularly tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries and ornamentals.
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
Starskii biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Amblyseius swirskii. It is primarily used to control whiteflies and thrips but it will provide some reduction in other small pest species.
Key Features--
*Amblyseius swirskii breed extremely quickly under warm, humid conditions. They will also survive in cooler night temperatures and through winter months in semi-protected crops.
*Actively feeds on thrips larvae (larva stage 1 or L1)
*Actively feeds on whitefly eggs and can feed on young whitefly larva (L1)
*In the absence of prey, it can feed on pollen, allowing it to survive longer in the crop
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Chili thrips
*Onion thrips
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Silverleaf/Potato whitefly
Mini Sachets--
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Key Features--
*Amblyseius swirskii breed extremely quickly under warm, humid conditions. They will also survive in cooler night temperatures and through winter months in semi-protected crops.
*Actively feeds on thrips larvae (larva stage 1 or L1)
*Actively feeds on whitefly eggs and can feed on young whitefly larva (L1)
*In the absence of prey, it can feed on pollen, allowing it to survive longer in the crop
Target Pests--
*Western Flower thrips
*Chili thrips
*Onion thrips
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Silverleaf/Potato whitefly
Mini Sachets--
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Aphiline biological control agent contains the Braconid wasp, Aphidius colemani. This wasp stings and parasitizes smaller aphid species, such as the melon or cotton aphid (Aphis gossypii), peach aphid (Myzus persicae) and tobacco aphid (Myzus nicotianae).
Key Features--
*Prevents aphid populations from developing and reduces moderate populations to non-damaging levels
*Adults begin to emerge in transit, ready for immediate release
*Not light sensitive - no diapause stage
*Ventilation and food source available in packaging ensures adult survival in transit and storage
*Suitable for all greenhouse crops
Target Pests--
*Aphids
Available delivery systems--
*30mL (1oz) vial containing purified mummies in sufficient quantity to yield 500 or 1,000 Aphidius colemani
*250mL bottle containing 5,000 mummies
*10 blister packs containing 100 mummies per blister to yield 1000 Aphidius colemani
Key Features--
*Prevents aphid populations from developing and reduces moderate populations to non-damaging levels
*Adults begin to emerge in transit, ready for immediate release
*Not light sensitive - no diapause stage
*Ventilation and food source available in packaging ensures adult survival in transit and storage
*Suitable for all greenhouse crops
Target Pests--
*Aphids
Available delivery systems--
*30mL (1oz) vial containing purified mummies in sufficient quantity to yield 500 or 1,000 Aphidius colemani
*250mL bottle containing 5,000 mummies
*10 blister packs containing 100 mummies per blister to yield 1000 Aphidius colemani
Tiny (1/8") black Ladybugs, these Mealybug Destroyers (Cryptolaemus montrouzieri) are originally from Australia, and are one of the oldest and most successful of biological controls.
Application: Just shake them onto plants right from the container they arrive in. We recommend 2-5 Mealybug Destroyers per infested plant. They have large appetites for such a small insect. A few will go a long, long way.
Application: Just shake them onto plants right from the container they arrive in. We recommend 2-5 Mealybug Destroyers per infested plant. They have large appetites for such a small insect. A few will go a long, long way.
SCALE / MEALYBUG CONTROL - don't wear white clothing when releasing due to attraction
Amblyline biological control agent contains the predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris. It is a predator of Western Flower thrips, Chili Thrips and several other thrips species.
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Mini Sachets
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Key Features--
*Targets a wide range of thrips species
*Long history of highly effective use against thrips larvae
*Disperses quickly throughout the crop
*Applicable for use in a wide range of crops
*Amblyseius mites can also feed on pollen which allows for effective, long term control
*Mites are not susceptible to diapause
Target Pests--
*Thrips (Western Flower Thrips, Chili Thrips)
*Broad mite
*Cyclamen mite
Mini Sachets
*Smaller sachets for more introduction points
*Best used where the leaves of plants are not expected to touch or grow together
Amblyseius (=Neoseiulus) cucumeris, the thrips predatory mite, are useful for the prevention, control, and management of various thrips species. Like most of the Amblyseius spp., A. cucumeris are tough, flexible predators. These happen to prefer thrips, mostly the immature thrips stages. A. cucumeris are shipped as adults, immatures and eggs (the latter are not part of the guaranteed count) in a bran-flake/vermiculite carrier along with a food source, the mold mite (Tyrophagus putrescentiae). This mold mite is merely a sustainable food source for the predatory mites while they're in transit.
Phytoline biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis. This well-known predator will eat large numbers of two-spotted mite, Tetranychus urticae. It is a standard treatment in many crops, particularly tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries and ornamentals.
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
**Order by Wed 5pm ET for shipping the following Monday
Active Ingredient: Steinernema carpocapsae
Beneficial nematode for the control of shorefly larvae, soil dwelling insects and borer larvae. Labeled for use on ornamental and edible crops in greenhouses, interiorscapes, nursery, and landscapes. Millenium is available in packages of 250 million.
Rate for shorefly larvae: 250 million treats 2700-5400 sq. ft. depending on pest pressure.
MOA = NC
REI = 0
Beneficial nematode for the control of shorefly larvae, soil dwelling insects and borer larvae. Labeled for use on ornamental and edible crops in greenhouses, interiorscapes, nursery, and landscapes. Millenium is available in packages of 250 million.
Rate for shorefly larvae: 250 million treats 2700-5400 sq. ft. depending on pest pressure.
MOA = NC
REI = 0
Encarline Mix biological control agent mix contains the hymenopterous parasites, Encarsia formosa and Eretmocerus eremicus. It controls the younger larvae of greenhouse whitefly, Trialeurodes vaporariorum, and silverleaf/sweetpotato whitefly, Bemisia tabaci, by host feeding and the older larva by parasitism (reproduction).
Key Features--
*Broad-spectrum control of whitefly
*Efficacy at broad temperature range
*Saves time when unable to identify whitefly pests
Target Pests--
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Sweet potato whitefly
Available delivery systems
*Hanging Cards - 15,000 pupae in total on 250 cards (60 pupae per card). Lots of cards gives many release points and therefore a consistent protection for your crop.
*Blister packs that contain 10,000 pupae in total - 40 blisters, with each blister producing a minimum of 250 adult Encarsia formosa and Eretmocerus eremicus. Blisters make product clearly visible and allow you to judge quality and emergence more easily.
Key Features--
*Broad-spectrum control of whitefly
*Efficacy at broad temperature range
*Saves time when unable to identify whitefly pests
Target Pests--
*Greenhouse whitefly
*Sweet potato whitefly
Available delivery systems
*Hanging Cards - 15,000 pupae in total on 250 cards (60 pupae per card). Lots of cards gives many release points and therefore a consistent protection for your crop.
*Blister packs that contain 10,000 pupae in total - 40 blisters, with each blister producing a minimum of 250 adult Encarsia formosa and Eretmocerus eremicus. Blisters make product clearly visible and allow you to judge quality and emergence more easily.
Phytoline biological control agent contains the predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis. This well-known predator will eat large numbers of two-spotted mite, Tetranychus urticae. It is a standard treatment in many crops, particularly tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries and ornamentals.
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions
Key Features--
*Recommended for spider mite control on a wide range of crops
*Adults and young stages feed voraciously on adults and eggs of the two spotted spider-mite
*Controls spider mites resistant to acaricides
Target Pests--
*Two-spotted spider mite (TSSM)
Available in a range of sizes--
*500ml (16oz) bottle containing 2,000 or 4,000 or 10,000 or 20,000 mites for application over wide areas
*5L bag containing 25,000 or 250,000 mites
*30 ml vial containing 2,000 mites for treatment of hot spots
*The hot spot vial comes with a cap designed for dosing specific areas of the crop
*5 blister packs each containing 200 mites
*Available in vermiculite as the carrier material for use in ornamentals, which is moistened for optimal transit conditions