Amblyseius swirskii

Amblyseius swirskii preys on several other small organisms such as spider mites and tarsonemid mites. They can also feed on pollen, which is useful for instance [...] swirskii is most effective at temperatures between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive [...] below 60%. In tomato, use of Amblyseius swirskii is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a

Spotted Wing Drosophila

females by a large dark spot on each wing, where their common name is derived from. Females have a strong saw-like ovipositor that is used to penetrate the skin [...] the start of its invasion in 2008/2009, the spotted wing drosophila, which is originally from Asia, has spread extensively in North and South America and [...] The larvae pupate either fully or partly in the fruit, or outside the fruit on the ground.

Neoseiulus cucumeris

Neoseiulus cucumeris preys on several other small organisms such as spider mites and tarsonemid mites. They also feed on pollen, which is useful for instance [...] distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least [...] Amblyseius cucumeris ) is widely used for the biological control of thrips in greenhouse crops. These predatory mites feed mostly on first instar thrips larvae

Chrysoperla carnea

groups when the population density is particularly high. The development of the pupa is visible externally. The outer cocoon is 8 mm long and 4 mm thick. The [...] closely spun cocoon is off-white and egg-shaped, about 3 mm long and 2.5 mm thick. The space between the inner and outer cocoon is filled with fine, loose [...] Chrysoperla carnea is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Thrips Mealybugs Caterpillars The natural enemy Chrysoperla carnea is available at

Coleobug

Coleobug is an efficient predatory beetle that feeds on a wide range of prey such as aphids . It also consumes pollen and nectar, allowing it to survive [...] applying small portions so that larvae are placed directly on or near aphid hotspots. Depending on the infestation, apply the necessary amount directly onto [...] Pests Effective against different aphid species. Crops Coleobug can be used on a wide variety of crops thanks to its adaptability and generalist diet. Mode

Corn earworm

pepper, and tomato. They primarily feed on flowers and fruit from the host plant, as well as on the corn of immature cobs and ears. Adults of corn earworm are [...] three, in the hairs of green ears of corn. The larvae feed on the hairs of the young corn and on the young kernels at the tip of the cob. During the third [...] Overview The corn earworm is a major pest affecting over 100 crops, of which the most prominent varieties are corn, sorghum, cotton, aubergine, pepper

Phytoseiulus persimilis

outbreak is quickly and effectively dealt with, but the disadvantage is that it disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short [...] product in 1967. It is a specialist predator of spider mites and can control spider mite infestations very quickly but doesn’t feed on any other prey. Under [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis is used for the control of the following pests: Spider mites Phytoseiulus persimilis mites actively seek out and prey on the Two-spotted

Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

between a floral and a foliage IPM program is the flowers. Thrips go crazy when pollen is around—WFT fecundity is approximately 4x greater in the presence [...] its ability to feed on larger larval instars, not just smaller instars or eggs. Even in cooler temperatures, it continues to feed on many kinds of thrips [...] rearing methods make it an indiator species, so they turn red when they feed on the pest. Armor Up With Amendments An efficient defense comes from a resilient

Amblyseius andersoni

andersoni preys on several other small organisms such as whitefly , tarsonemid mites and rust mites. They can also feed on pollen which is useful because [...] 65%. In tomato, use of Amblyseius andersoni is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a [...] Amblyseius andersoni is a species of predatory mite and is used for biological pest control in horticulture and agriculture. These predatory mites are

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

and feed on mealybug nymphs and adults. Pupal stage: Larvae pupate in various places, on any convenient stalk or on the underside of leaves or on even greenhouse [...] beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae. The beneficial insect is a small but highly effective predator [...] primarily on mealybugs , including species such as the citrus mealybug and the long-tailed mealybug . The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is used