Predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus (aka: Typhlodromalus limonicus).  Koppert Biological Systems is raising the biological control of thrips and whitefly to a higher level with the new predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus. The company has devoted over ten years to research in the development of this new product. The predatory mite excels in terms of gluttony and reproductive capacity.

Unit of packaging

• Pack size: 1000 ml bottle
• Bottle contains: 12,500 predatory mites (nymphs and adults) in millet husks, bran and sawdust

Target

• The larvae of various species of thrips (first and second larval stages).
• The eggs and larvae of glasshouse and cotton whitefly (all larval stages).
• The mite also feeds on various pest mite species and pollen.

• LIMONICA can be used in a wide range of salad and ornamental crops, except mature tomatoes (and hemp) with heavy leaf hair and trichome formation.  See:

  • Amblydromalus limonicus (Acari: Phytoseiidae) as a biocontrol agent: literature review and new findings

    • Knapp, M.; van Houten, Y.; Hoogerbrugge, H. and Bolckmans, K. 2013 - Volume: 53 Issue: 2 pages: 191-202
    • http://www1.montpellier.inra.fr/CBGP/acarologia/article.php?id=2088
    • Full Text (PDF): http://www1.montpellier.inra.fr/CBGP/acarologia/export_pdf.php?id=2088&typefile=pdf
  • Field tests on hemp were effective on starts and up through the 2nd or 3rd week of flower.

Precautions

• In case of mechanical application inhalation of the product may cause sensitization. A dust mask is recommended as protection for operators and people working near place of application

Rates

• The pieces of information given below are merely indications. Tailored advice can be provided if information is available on the local factors that need to be taken into account, such as the crop, the climate conditions and the level of infestation. Always consult your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor, which will be able to advise you further.