Biocontrol for Spider Mites
April 24, 2020
swarm. With heavy infestations, plants may become completely covered with webs. The webbing affects the leaves appearance of the crop, which is a high concern [...] without the use of harsh chemicals. In the mid 1960's, Koppert released the first predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis , for the control of spider mites [...] resistance to a wide range of pesticides. Overview of Mite Plant Damage Larvae, nymphs and adults of two-spotted spider mites cause damage to the host plant