Aphid control - Aphidoletes-System

Broad-spectrum control – controls over 60 aphid species in vegetable, ornamental and soft fruit crops.
Voracious larvae – the larvae consume 80 to 100 aphids during their development.
Targets aphid hotspots – adult gall midges actively search for aphid colonies and lay their eggs only where aphids are present.
Additional control effect – in heavy infestations, the larvae kill more aphids than they need to feed on, helping aphid hotspots collapse more quickly.
An ideal IPM partner – supports the performance of parasitic wasps and is a valuable component of an integrated aphid control strategy.

Start early – introduce Aphidoletes-System as soon as the first aphid colonies are observed or expected.
Ideal for early infestations – adult gall midges quickly locate aphid hotspots and lay their eggs exactly where the larvae are needed.
Combine with parasitic wasps – Aphidoletes-System is an excellent complement to parasitoids for faster and longer-lasting aphid control.

Apply close to aphid hotspots – place small piles of the product directly onto moist growing media underneath or close to aphid colonies.
Reinforce local populations – add extra release points near existing aphid hotspots to speed up establishment.
Use the Bio-Box packaging – Aphidoletes-System 2,000 can be hung directly in the crop. Leave the packaging in place for at least two weeks to allow full emergence and dispersal.
Protect the product – keep the packaging out of direct sunlight and protect it from water.

Best performance between 20°C and 26°C (68-79°F) – gall midges are most active under warm temperatures and high humidity.
Maintain slightly moist soil – successful pupation requires the growing medium to remain slightly moist.
Avoid sulphur applications – sulphur can negatively affect the survival of both adults and larvae.
Consider other beneficials – predatory mites and Orius may feed on Aphidoletes eggs when released in the same crop.

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