Excellent beneficial mite for warmer growing conditions!
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Amblyseius swirskii are an excellent beneficial mite for preventative control of thrips, whitefly and various mite species. A. swirskii adults resembles Amblyseius cucumeris in appearance and take on the color of what they are consuming. Adult females lay eggs arranged on leaf hairs. When temperatures reach 77°F the larvae hatch and mature to adulthood in about a week.
This predatory beneficial prefers warm, humid environments but survives cooler nights by moving to lower locations on the plants. They do not enter diapause when temperatures cool so they are efficient in areas where temperatures drop below 60°F; however, eggs do not hatch in temperatures that low. Repeated releases of adults will be necessary in the presence of low temperatures. Depending on the stage of development, the Amblyseius swirskii can consume about 10 thrips or whitefly larvae a day and up to about 20 whitefly eggs per day.
This Product Controls These Pests or Diseases: Mites, Thrips, Whiteflies
This beneficial can survive by consuming pollen and mold.
Optimal Conditions:
In warm and humid environments they reproduce quickly. They are an optimal choice for crops grown under protection in warm environments. A. swirskii can be used until nighttime temperatures drop below 60°F.
Sachets are best used preventively. For spot treatment, use liter tubes or bulk bag sizes.
Release Rates: Some crops, including tomatoes & other highly resinous crops, require higher release rates.
Sachets will be active for about 4-6 weeks depending on infestation level and predator establishment.
For best results, do not use with A. cucumeris. Amblyseius swirskii is not recommended for use on tomato crop infestations.
Instructions
A. swirskii are primarily thrips and whitefly predators, but are commonly used for control of various mite species. Release instructions can be found below.
Make sure the crop and floor are dry when applying. If crop and/or floor are wet, water can enter the packaging and result in some predatory mites being lost.
Storage: Keep out of direct sunlight and store in a cool place, but do not refrigerate.
Viability Note: 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. If you believe there are issues with viability, please contact us immediately.
Shipping Info
When Will My Order Ship?
Certain sizes of this product are shipped in specially designed, water resistant sachets that contain colonies of predatory mites. These colonies contain a mixture of life stages and continue to breed within the sachets once placed. In addition, the sachets allow for controlled release, continued predator emergence, can be used indoors/outdoors, and with overhead irrigation.
What's In The Package:
Technical
Warning & Toxicities: Use within 18 hours of receipt. Do not use adjacent to heating pipes.
Use caution if A. swirskii will be used in locations where Phytoseiulus persimilis and/or Aphidoletes aphidimyza are being used. There can be compatibility issues.
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