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Beneficial Insects Categories | Beneficial Insects 1 2 >NEXT Hypoaspis Mite Predators(Fungus Gnat Control) Unit of packagingHypoaspis miles (predatory mite)Pack size: 1,000 ml bottleContains: 10,000 predatory mites (all stages) in vermiculite with peatPack size: 2 bags in polystyrene boxContains: 2 x 50,000 predatory mites (all stages) in vermiculite with peat Target eggs, larvae and pupae of Sciarid flies, preferring smaller larvae Side effect on: other soil-living insects like thrips pupae, Collembola and nematodes eggs of Duponchelia fovealis Rates - ENTOMITE-M rate m²/unit interval (days) frequency remark preventive 100/m² 100 - 1x - curative light 200/m² 50 - 1x - curative heavy 500/m² 20 - 1x - Introduction turn and shake the bottle or bag gently before use spread material evenly on soil or rockwool blocks do not apply in pothole close to stem to prevent plant damage by storage mites Environmental conditionsSoil must be moist but not too wet, preferably rich in organic matter, with an open structure and minimum temperature of 15°C/59°F. Storage and handling storage after receipt: 1-2 days storage temperature: 10-15°C/50-59°F in the dark (bottle horizontally) Remarks these predatory mites do not enter diapause the product ENTOMITE contains storage mites (Tyrophagus putrescentiae). These may cause slight damage to some crops, particularly when growing conditions are humid or in the presence of large quantities. Always apply ENTOMITE to the soil surface, not on the plant. Test on small scale prior to application in crops where experience is lacking. Or ask your supplier for advice. AppearanceAdults: size to 1 mm, brownLarvae/first nymphal stage: white Mode of actionAdults and nymphs feed on larvae of sciarid flies and other soil living insects. Visual effectThe mites can be observed in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. Hypoaspis miles seldom occurs on the plants. Slow but steady reduction of the infestation level will take place. Important! Only use products that are permitted in your country / state and crop. Select Size option Hypoaspis-10,000/bottle- (Price $49.95) Price: Based on Selection Qty LADYBUGS Hippodamia convergens An excellent generalist predator for your garden. Feeds on aphids, adelgids, chinch bugs, asparagus beetle larvae, thrips, alfalfa weevils, bean thrips, grape root worms, Colorado potato beetle larvae, whitefly, and mites, as well as many other soft-bodied insects and eggs. Release at a rate of approx. 4500 per 2000 square feet. You may order this product any time however, shipments only go out on Monday and must be shipped next day delivery to keep product fresh and effective. Shipping is extra Select Size option Ladybug half pint approx 4500 (Price $49.95) Ladybug 1 pint approx 9000 (Price $75.00) Price: Based on Selection Qty Spical Predatory Mites(A. californicus) Spical mites(Amblyseius californicus) are voracious predators of damaging two spotted mites. Repeat applications every 2-4 weeks- see directions below: TargetTwo spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) and fruit tree red spider mite (Panonychus ulmi). All stages, preferring younger stages. Predatory mites also survive on other mites and pollen and can survive for a number of weeks without food. Introduction turn and shake the bottle gently before use sprinkle material on leaves in low crops it is possible to distribute SPICAL mechanically by means of the AIRBUG mite blower Environmental conditionsAmblyseius californicus tolerates high temperatures and low humidities. Storage and handling storage after receipt: 1-2 days storage temperature: 8-10°C/47-50°F in the dark (bottles horizontally) RemarksAmblyseius californicus tolerates a range of chemical pesticides. Always use SPICAL in conjunction with SPIDEX. AppearanceMobile stages: transparant white-orange to yellow, droplet shaped, short legs, looks like Amblyseius cucumerisEggs: oblong, transparant to white, attached to hairs along veins on the underside of leaves Mode of actionAdult predatory mites, nymphs and larvae can be found especially on the underside of the leaves, actively searching or waiting for their prey. Important!The introduction rates of this product should be adjusted to the mode of action of the product and the results that can be expected in the crop where the product is applied. Your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor (see www.koppert.com) will be able to advise you further. Only use products that are permitted in your country / state and crop. Select Size option Spical - 2,000 A. californicus per bottle (Price $48.50) Price: Based on Selection Qty Thripex-Plus (Slow Release Sachets)1000/ THRIPEX-PLUS Amblyseius cucumeris Unit of packaging Amblyseius cucumeris (predatory mite) Pack size: paper sachet with hook Contains: 1,000 predatory mites (all stages) + a lot of grain mites (all stages) mixed with bran Target Various thrips species. Hatching eggs and larvae. Predatory mites also eat spider mites (f.e. strawberry mite, broad mite), several other mites, honeydew and pollen. Rates THRIPEX-PLUS rate m²/unit interval (days) frequency remark preventive - 2½ 42 - once only in crops with pollen curative light - 2½ 35 - - curative heavy - ¾ 28 - - Introduction hang sachets in the crop Sachets already have exit hole hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top. The predatory mites are easily damaged Environmental conditions Relative humidity should be above 75% and the temperature above 20°C/68°F for some hours of the day. THRIPEX-PLUS contains a strain of Amblyseius cucumeris which is not susceptible to diapause. Therefore the predators can be used all year. Storage and handling storage after receipt: 1-2 days storage temperature: 10-15°C/50-59°F Remarks The product THRIPEX-PLUS contains grain mites (Tyrophagus putrescentiae) and bran. These mites may cause slight damage to some crops, especially when growing conditions are humid and grain mites are present in large numbers. Consult your supplier prior to use. Small field test is recommended on crops or varieties lacking experiences. 'THRIPEX in vermiculite' is the safest product for sensitive crops. Appearance Mobile stages: beige-pink, droplet shaped, 'pushed down' position on short legs, often at hidden places like along veins and in the flowers Eggs: transparant white, attached to leaf hairs along veins on the underside of leaves Mode of action Adult predatory mites search actively for their prey and suck it dry. Important! The introduction rates of this product should be adjusted to the mode of action of the product and the results that can be expected in the crop where the product is applied. Your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor will be able to advise you further. Select Size option Thripex-plus small - 100,000 A. cucumeris per box (Price $129.95) Price: Based on Selection Qty Zero Tolerance Natural Herbal Insecticide Herbal Pesticide-Fungicide Kills insects Pure food grade ingredients Family and pet friendly Potent blend of herbal oils Environmentally safe Bio-degradable Just Say No to These Pests! Spider Mites Aphids Thirps Whiteflies Ants Scale Gnats Root Aphids Caterpillars Powdery Mildew Gray and White Mold Start implementing your Zero Tolerance policy for pests now! Ed Rosenthal's "Zero Tolerance" is scientifically designed to eliminate pests. ZT works in gardens, greenhouses and hydroponic systems. ZT kills existing pest infestations fast, and then repels them from your plants. ZT is made from the highest quality oils of cinnamon, clove, rosemary and thyme. ZT keeps your garden pest-free, and is safe on fruits and vegetables up to 5 days before harvest. This product contains ingredients listed under the 25(b) Minimum Risk Pesticide Products list and 4A list Minimum Risk Inerts for FIFRA and is exempt from EPA registration. © 2007 Ed Rosenthal Zero Tolerance FAQ's Select Size option 1 Case -10 qts- (Price $199.95) 1 Case-4x1gal- (Price $239.80) 1 Gallon (Price $59.95) ZT 1QT Concentrate (Price $129.95) 1 quart (Price $29.95) Price: Based on Selection Qty BIO-NEMATODES (50 & 500 MILLION) Drench your soil with these beneficial nematodes LARVANEM Heterorhabditis bacteriophora and control various species of Weevil Larvae and Thrips pupae. Can also be used to control Cutworms and Artichoke Plume Moth. Breaks the Fungus Gnats cycle in your soil with ENTONEM Steinernema feltiae! Easily mixed with water and applied with a watering can. Safe and amazingly effective. Apply at a rate of approx. 50 million per 1/4 acre. You may order this product any time however, shipments only go out on Monday and must be shipped next day delivery to keep product fresh and effective. Shipping is extra Select Size option ENTONEM - 50 million. (Price $79.95) Larvanem 50 Million (Price $79.95) Larvanem 500 Million (Price $398.99) Price: Based on Selection Qty LACEWINGS GENERALIST PREDATOR Lacewings are not fussy, they'll devour all of the bad insects in your garden. They eat Mites, Aphids, Whiteflies, Mealybugs, and even immature Scale! Of all available commercial predators, this lacewing is the most voracious and has the greatest versatility for pests of field crops, orchards, and greenhouses.Many species of adult lacewings do not kill pest insects, they actually subsist on foods such as nectar, pollen and honeydew. It is their predacious offspring that get the job done. They're even more effective than Ladybird Beetles (Ladybugs). Beneficial insects should be placed at the base of plants to ensure maximun efficiency. Repeat releases as needed. You may order this product any time however, shipments only go out on Monday and must be shipped next day delivery to keep product fresh and effective. Shipping is extra For more information and release rates Select Size option 1000 eggs w/ food and filler (Price $15.95) 5,000 eggs w/ food and filler (Price $49.95) 10,000 eggs w/ food and filler (Price $75.00) 1,000 Larvae per bottle (Price $39.95) Price: Based on Selection Qty SPIDEX SPIDER MITE PREDATORS Spidex Mites beneficial insects love to eat harmful Mites. In fact, they reproduce twice as fast as the most harmful Mites. If you release a bottle of Spidex Mites near plants that have harmful Mites, within minutes the Spidex Mites will be on those plants eating the harmful Mites! Apply at an average rate of 1 mite per square foot of infested area. Higher rates may be applied on heavily infested area. Will not harm plants. Very safe and effective spider mite control. Select Size option Spidex - 2,000 P. persimillis per bottle (Price $49.95) Price: Based on Selection Qty THRIPEX (Amblyseius cucumeris) Thrips Control THRIPEX are excellent for the control of Thrips in the greenhouse. Amblyseius cucumeris (predatory mite) target various thrips species. Hatching eggs and larvae. Predatory mites also eat spider mites (f.e. strawberry mite, broad mite), several other mites, honeydew and pollen. Thripex-plus comes packaged in paper sachet with hook Contains: 1000 predatory mites (all stages) + a lot of grain mites (all stages) mixed with bran. Apply at a rate of 50 A. cucumeris per plant, every 2 weeks at or before first sign of thrips until predator-to-thrip ratio is 1:1. You may order this product any time however, shipments only go out on Monday and must be shipped next day delivery to keep product fresh and effective. Shipping is extra Select Size option Thripex / 10,000 Amblyseius cucumeris per bottle (Price $29.95) Thripex / 25,000 Amblyseius cucumeris per bottle (Price $49.95) Thripex / 50,000 Amblyseius cucumeris per bottle (Price $99.95) Thripex / 100,000 Amblyseius cucumeris per bucket (Price $79.95) Thripex-plus small - 100,000 A. cucumeris per box (Price $99.95) Thripex- plus large - 500,000 A. cucumeris per box (Price $299.95) Price: Based on Selection Qty 1 2 >NEXT
Rates
Introduction
Environmental conditionsSoil must be moist but not too wet, preferably rich in organic matter, with an open structure and minimum temperature of 15°C/59°F.
Storage and handling
Remarks
AppearanceAdults: size to 1 mm, brownLarvae/first nymphal stage: white
Mode of actionAdults and nymphs feed on larvae of sciarid flies and other soil living insects.
Visual effectThe mites can be observed in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. Hypoaspis miles seldom occurs on the plants. Slow but steady reduction of the infestation level will take place.
Important! Only use products that are permitted in your country / state and crop.
Only use products that are permitted in your country / state and crop.
Environmental conditionsAmblyseius californicus tolerates high temperatures and low humidities.
RemarksAmblyseius californicus tolerates a range of chemical pesticides. Always use SPICAL in conjunction with SPIDEX.
AppearanceMobile stages: transparant white-orange to yellow, droplet shaped, short legs, looks like Amblyseius cucumerisEggs: oblong, transparant to white, attached to hairs along veins on the underside of leaves
Mode of actionAdult predatory mites, nymphs and larvae can be found especially on the underside of the leaves, actively searching or waiting for their prey.
Important!The introduction rates of this product should be adjusted to the mode of action of the product and the results that can be expected in the crop where the product is applied. Your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor (see www.koppert.com) will be able to advise you further. Only use products that are permitted in your country / state and crop.
Unit of packaging
Amblyseius cucumeris (predatory mite)
Pack size: paper sachet with hook
Contains: 1,000 predatory mites (all stages) + a lot of grain mites (all stages) mixed with bran
Target
Various thrips species. Hatching eggs and larvae. Predatory mites also eat spider mites (f.e. strawberry mite, broad mite), several other mites, honeydew and pollen.
THRIPEX-PLUS
rate
m²/unit
interval (days)
frequency
remark
preventive
-
2½
42
once only in crops with pollen
curative light
35
curative heavy
¾
28
Environmental conditions
Relative humidity should be above 75% and the temperature above 20°C/68°F for some hours of the day. THRIPEX-PLUS contains a strain of Amblyseius cucumeris which is not susceptible to diapause. Therefore the predators can be used all year.
The product THRIPEX-PLUS contains grain mites (Tyrophagus putrescentiae) and bran. These mites may cause slight damage to some crops, especially when growing conditions are humid and grain mites are present in large numbers. Consult your supplier prior to use. Small field test is recommended on crops or varieties lacking experiences.
'THRIPEX in vermiculite' is the safest product for sensitive crops.
Appearance
Mobile stages: beige-pink, droplet shaped, 'pushed down' position on short legs, often at hidden places like along veins and in the flowers
Eggs: transparant white, attached to leaf hairs along veins on the underside of leaves
Mode of action
Adult predatory mites search actively for their prey and suck it dry.
Important!
The introduction rates of this product should be adjusted to the mode of action of the product and the results that can be expected in the crop where the product is applied. Your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor will be able to advise you further.
Herbal Pesticide-Fungicide
Just Say No to These Pests!
Start implementing your Zero Tolerance policy for pests now!
Ed Rosenthal's "Zero Tolerance" is scientifically designed to eliminate pests. ZT works in gardens, greenhouses and hydroponic systems. ZT kills existing pest infestations fast, and then repels them from your plants.
ZT is made from the highest quality oils of cinnamon, clove, rosemary and thyme. ZT keeps your garden pest-free, and is safe on fruits and vegetables up to 5 days before harvest.
This product contains ingredients listed under the 25(b) Minimum Risk Pesticide Products list and 4A list Minimum Risk Inerts for FIFRA and is exempt from EPA registration.
© 2007 Ed Rosenthal
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