Description
A. andersoni are effective predators of broad mites, cyclamen mites, two-spotted spider mites and russet mites; however, they work best when introduced while pest numbers are low. Use the release information below to determine the best method for release. If you are a first time user of mite predators, please call us at 1-800-827-2847 (Arbico) and we can walk through release instructions with you.
Release Instructions By Product Type:
- Sachets on Sticks:Â Place sticks in the growing medium at time of planting and upon transplanting into pots. Repeat ever 4 weeks. Once plants mature, use mini-sachets.
- Mini-Sachets:Â Open the shipping box of the sachets in the crop. Separate sachets by tearing along perforations. Hang every 2 meters inside plant canopy where possible. Do not hang where sachets will be directly exposed to intense sunlight or near heating pipes.
- Sachet Strips:Â Place within plant canopy along crop rows. Crop and floor must be dry during application. Strips can be attached to the irrigation boom. Do not separate sachets or hang on heating pipes.
- 5 Liter Bag:Â Release during propagation. Apply evenly throughout the crop and try to apply to foliage, not to media. Avoid applying directly to flowers if application are made during flowering stages.
Environment:Â Suitable for outdoor and greenhouse growing environments.
Storage: Keep the product at around 50-59° F until ready to release, but do not refrigerate. Place out of direct sunlight. Use within 18 hours of receipt.
- Amblyseius andersoni hatch at temperatures between 68° and 77°F. In cooler temperatures they will enter diapause to survive.
- Working temperature range: 42-100°F
- Relative Humidity: Higher humidity needed for environments with higher temperatures.
Viability Note:Â If you plan to check for viability, please do so upon receipt and prior to releasing the beneficial insects. Many predators and parasites are small and can be difficult to spot once released.