New solution in the battle against greenhouse spider mites

Always-Active Predatory Mites

Early detection and control of greenhouse spider mites are essential to prevent crop damage. Since these mites hide on the undersides of leaves, they often go unnoticed until significant damage has occurred. By feeding on plant juices, they stunt plant growth and lower yield quality. Biological control using Phytoseiulus persimilis, a natural enemy of spider mites, is a proven effective solution.

The key advantage of PHYTOcontrol Plus is that it includes all life stages of the predatory mite in one tube or bottle. This ensures a continuous presence of active predators, eliminating interruptions caused by generational changes. As a result, pressure on the spider mite population remains constant, leading to more effective and rapid pest control.

Visual Indicator and Intervention

With PHYTOcontrol Plus, growers benefit from stable, long-term crop protection. Additionally, the predatory mites turn a reddish hue after consuming spider mites, serving as a visual indicator of active control. These predatory mites can be introduced when the pest level is low allowing early intervention before infestations escalate, minimizing crop damage. The improved effectiveness of the white Phytoseiulus leads to lower costs and higher yields for growers.

Application of PHYTOcontrol Plus:

PHYTOcontrol Plus is available in:

• 1-liter tubes containing 25,000 predatory mites

• 500 ml bottles containing 4,000 predatory mites

  Application can be done manually or with the UniMite bio-distribution system. Since food is included in the tube, the predatory mites remain in place after opening, allowing for optimal distribution with UniMite. Furthermore, the white Phytoseiulus develops faster than spider mites, enabling quicker suppression of infestations.

  “With the introduction of PHYTOcontrol Plus, Royal Brinkman, in collaboration with Agrobío, is taking another major step in developing new natural enemies. By harnessing the power of nature, we effectively combat pests such as greenhouse spider mites.

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