Product Description
Aphidoletes aphidimyza: Powerful Biocontrol for Aphids
Looking for a natural solution to manage aphid outbreaks? Aphidoletes aphidimyza, the active organism in APHIDOLETESforce™, is a predatory midge whose larvae feed on over 60 species of aphids. These beneficial insects are especially effective in outdoor crops and greenhouses where aphids are already present.
How Aphidoletes aphidimyza Works
Adult midges are harmless, mosquito-like flies that seek out spider webs to mate before laying up to 250 eggs in aphid colonies. After hatching, their bright orange larvae begin feeding on aphids by injecting a paralyzing toxin and then consuming them. Often, they kill more aphids than they eat. These larvae are easy to spot under leaves thanks to their color and are most effective between 64–77°F with relative humidity over 70%.
Targets Multiple Aphid Species
- Green Peach Aphid (Myzus persicae)
- Melon/Cotton Aphid (Aphis gossypii)
- Potato Aphid (Macrosiphum euphorbiae)
- Foxglove Aphid (Aulacorthum solani)
- Cannabis Aphid (Phorodon cannabis)
Best Used On These Crops
- Ornamentals
- Hemp/Cannabis (outdoor use only)
- Vegetables
- Soft Fruits
- Tree Nursery Stock
Ideal for Use In
- Greenhouses
- Field Crops
- Home Gardens
Instructions for Use
Release APHIDOLETESforce™ when aphids are first detected. Most midges will still be in the pupal stage; leave the bottle open or gently shake to release emerged adults. Pupae can be placed on moist soil. Avoid releasing near yellow sticky traps—use blue instead.
Learn more about how to release predatory midges.
Storage Guidelines
Use immediately upon receipt. If necessary, store at 42–50°F and use by the printed expiration date.
Monitoring Tips
- Watch for adult midges flying in early evening
- Look for females on spider webs and males flying nearby
- Bright orange larvae visible under infested leaves
- Shriveling aphids and lower pest counts signal success
Important Advisories
- Avoid use indoors or when day length is under 12 hours
- Don’t combine with Chrysoperla or Amblyseius swirskii
- Control ants before release—aphids produce honeydew that ants protect
- Pupation occurs in soil; no establishment in hydroponic setups
Product Disclosure
This product contains live organisms. Always follow storage and use instructions. Issues must be reported within 24 hours of delivery.
With Aphidoletes aphidimyza midges, APHIDOLETESforce™ offers growers a powerful, targeted method for aphid control that fits seamlessly into organic and IPM programs. Apply it early for best results and watch aphid populations disappear naturally.
