{"title":"Thrips Control","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-edt-prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lede\"\u003eStop western flower thrips for good — without the chemical treadmill. This collection brings together the predators that hit thrips on every stage, from eggs and larvae in the canopy to pupae in the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrips resist insecticides faster than almost any greenhouse pest, and their split life cycle (plant \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e soil) lets survivors rebuild in days. \u003cstrong\u003eThrips biological control\u003c\/strong\u003e sidesteps both problems: living predators hunt thrips where sprays miss, never lose effectiveness to resistance, and leave zero residue — so you can use them right through harvest, even on cannabis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose biological thrips control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneficials are safe for pollinators and staff, fit organic and IPM programs, and protect against thrips-vectored viruses (INSV\/TSWV) by keeping populations below threshold. Released preventatively, \u003cstrong\u003epredatory mites for thrips\u003c\/strong\u003e quietly hold the line all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to build your thrips program\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayer your defenses: slow-release mite sachets seed the canopy for weeks, Orius pirate bugs clean thrips out of flower buds, and a soil predator catches pupae in the media. Start when counts are low, monitor with sticky cards, and add supplemental food so mites establish before thrips arrive. Predatory mites work best at roughly 70–85% humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in this collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/amblyseius-swirskii-mites-in-slow-release-packets\"\u003eAMBLYforce S\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/neoseiulus-cucumeris-mites-in-slow-release-packets\"\u003eAMBLYforce C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the keystone predatory mites for thrips eggs and larvae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/orius-insidiosus-insidious-flower-bug-adults\"\u003eORIUSforce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — minute pirate bugs that attack larvae and adults inside the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/stratiolaelaps-scimitus-soil-dwelling-predatory-mites\"\u003eSTRATIOforce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — soil mites that destroy pupating thrips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chrysoperla-rufilabris-3\"\u003eCHRYSOforce R\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e lacewings and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ephestia-eggs-predator-food-102550gr\"\u003eNUTRIforce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e food to round out and establish the program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to thrips ID? See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/thrips-pests\"\u003eThrips Pests\u003c\/a\u003e guide to diagnose the damage first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best predator for thrips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most crops, Amblyseius (swirskii or cucumeris) predatory mites plus Orius pirate bugs give the strongest combined control of larvae and adults; add a soil mite for pupae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo predatory mites get rid of thrips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — released preventatively, they feed on thrips eggs and young larvae and keep populations from building, especially at 70–85% humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does biological thrips control take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneficials work gradually; establishment takes a couple of weeks, so release early and on a repeating schedule rather than waiting for an outbreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use beneficials with sticky traps?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — use sticky cards for monitoring, but remove mass-trapping traps during predator releases so you don't catch your beneficials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"gm-edt-totop\" aria-label=\"Back to top\" title=\"Back to top\"\u003e↑\u003c\/a\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"neoseiulus-cucumeris-thrips-predatory-mites-in-bran","title":"AMBLYforce™ C – thrips predator (20,000\/ 50,000\/ 250,000 in liter tube)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAMBLYforce™ C is a predatory mite, \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius cucumeris\u003c\/em\u003e, used for the prevention, control, and management of thrips, with useful activity against several pest mites. This format ships as loose bulk mites in a 1-liter shaker tube, ready to tap out evenly across the canopy or into release boxes. Cucumeris was the first predatory mite observed to feed on thrips, and as a generalist it also feeds on pollen — so it can be introduced preventively before thrips pressure builds in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWestern Flower Thrips (\u003cem\u003eFrankliniella occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFlower or Eastern Thrips (\u003cem\u003eF. tritici\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnion Thrips (\u003cem\u003eThrips tabaci\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGreenhouse Thrips (\u003cem\u003eHeliothrips haemorrhoidalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMelon Thrips (\u003cem\u003eThrips palmi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCyclamen Mite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTomato Russet Mite (\u003cem\u003eAculops lycopersici\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBroad Mite (\u003cem\u003ePolyphagotarsonemus latus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, field crops, row crops, and orchard crops — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Amblyseius cucumeris controls thrips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCucumeris is a phytoseiid predatory mite and the first predatory mite observed to feed on thrips. Like most \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e spp., it is a generalist: the nymphal and adult stages are predatory and feed on the first larval stage of thrips. Because it targets that early larval stage, pair it with a soil-dwelling biocontrol agent that attacks the thrips pupal stage for long-term control. Cucumeris also feeds on pollen, which lets it establish in the crop ahead of a thrips outbreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaker Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 per sq. ft., repeat weekly or bi-weekly as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release bulk mites in the early or late hours of the day of receipt. If that is not possible, avoid the hot, dry times of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the tubes on a shelf horizontally until release so the mites disperse evenly. When ready, hold the tube horizontally and gently rotate to distribute the mites, then unscrew the top, remove the filter paper, and replace the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently tap the mites out of the tube evenly onto the foliage in the area to be treated. A whirlybird-type spreader or a modified leaf-blower speeds up the process and widens the release area, and Universal Release Boxes (URBs) work well too — hang them on the plant and scoop a small amount into each. Concentrate the product at release points on or near the most heavily infested plants. Leave the tube, cap removed, in the treatment area for 24 hours so all mites can exit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store predatory mites for more than 8 hours. Keep them in moderate humidity at 55–65°F until ready to release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants for decreasing populations of thrips larvae. Scouting for predatory mite adults can be difficult, so the most reliable method is to watch for reduced pest pressure after releases. Predatory mites are fast-moving, hide in the foliage, and ambush their prey, so they are rarely found in large numbers alongside the pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid direct sunlight during release, and avoid hot, dry conditions that stress the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bottle of 20,000 in Bran","offer_id":46934866722972,"sku":"NCB2","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 20,000 in Vermiculite","offer_id":46934866755740,"sku":"NC20K-VM","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 50,000 in Bran","offer_id":46934866788508,"sku":"NCBN","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 50,000 in Vermiculite","offer_id":46934866821276,"sku":"NCB","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 250,000 in Vermiculite","offer_id":46934866854044,"sku":"NC250K-1L-VM","price":128.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/AMBLYforce_C_bottle_of_20000_in_Bran.webp?v=1779329824"},{"product_id":"amblyseius-cucumeris-thrips-predator-250000-5liter-bulk-bag","title":"AMBLYforce™ C – thrips predator (5 liter bulk bag)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAMBLYforce™ C is a predatory mite, \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius cucumeris\u003c\/em\u003e, used for the prevention, control, and management of thrips, with useful activity against several pest mites. This format ships as loose bulk mites in a 5-liter bag, dispensed with the provided scoop for fast coverage of larger plantings. Cucumeris was the first predatory mite observed to feed on thrips, and as a generalist it also feeds on pollen — so it can be introduced preventively before thrips pressure builds in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWestern Flower Thrips (\u003cem\u003eFrankliniella occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFlower or Eastern Thrips (\u003cem\u003eF. tritici\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnion Thrips (\u003cem\u003eThrips tabaci\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGreenhouse Thrips (\u003cem\u003eHeliothrips haemorrhoidalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMelon Thrips (\u003cem\u003eThrips palmi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCyclamen Mite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTomato Russet Mite (\u003cem\u003eAculops lycopersici\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBroad Mite (\u003cem\u003ePolyphagotarsonemus latus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, field crops, row crops, and orchard crops — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Amblyseius cucumeris controls thrips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCucumeris is a phytoseiid predatory mite and the first predatory mite observed to feed on thrips. Like most \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e spp., it is a generalist: the nymphal and adult stages are predatory and feed on the first larval stage of thrips. Because it targets that early larval stage, pair it with a soil-dwelling biocontrol agent that attacks the thrips pupal stage for long-term control. Cucumeris also feeds on pollen, which lets it establish in the crop ahead of a thrips outbreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulk Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 per sq. ft., repeat weekly or bi-weekly as needed. Use the provided scoop.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release bulk mites in the early or late hours of the day of receipt. If that is not possible, avoid the hot, dry times of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the bag on a shelf horizontally until release so the mites disperse evenly through the carrier. When ready, hold the bag horizontally and gently rotate to distribute the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open the bag at the seal and sprinkle the contents evenly onto the plant foliage or into Universal Release Boxes (URBs) using the dispensing scoop, or disperse with a spreader or leaf-blower. Concentrate the product at release points on or near the most heavily infested plants. Leave the open bag in the crop for 24 hours so all mites can exit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store predatory mites for more than 8 hours. Keep them in moderate humidity at 55–65°F until ready to release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants for decreasing populations of thrips larvae. Scouting for predatory mite adults can be difficult, so the most reliable method is to watch for reduced pest pressure after releases. Predatory mites are fast-moving, hide in the foliage, and ambush their prey, so they are rarely found in large numbers alongside the pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid direct sunlight during release, and avoid hot, dry conditions that stress the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"100,000- 5 liter bag in Vermiculite","offer_id":46947616456860,"sku":"NC100VG","price":55.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100,000- 5 liter breeder bag in bran","offer_id":46947616489628,"sku":"NCBB","price":55.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250,000- 5 Liter bag in 80% Bran\/ 20% Vermiculite","offer_id":46947616522396,"sku":"NCBG","price":128.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250,000- 5 Liter bag in bran","offer_id":46947616555164,"sku":"NCGN","price":128.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250,000- 5 Liter bag in Vermiculite","offer_id":46947616587932,"sku":"NCVG","price":128.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/AMBLYforce_C_thrips_predator_5_liter_bulk_bag_100000_5_liter_breeder_bag_in_Vermiculite.webp?v=1779295530"},{"product_id":"neoseiulus-cucumeris-mites-in-slow-release-packets","title":"AMBLYforce™ C – thrips predator in slow release sachets","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAMBLYforce™ C is a predatory mite, \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius cucumeris\u003c\/em\u003e, used for the prevention, control, and management of thrips, with useful activity against several pest mites. This format ships in slow-release breeder sachets: the mites reproduce inside each sachet and trickle out into the crop over several weeks, giving steady, hands-off thrips control. Cucumeris was the first predatory mite observed to feed on thrips, and as a generalist it also feeds on pollen — so it can be introduced preventively in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWestern Flower Thrips (\u003cem\u003eFrankliniella occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFlower or Eastern Thrips (\u003cem\u003eF. tritici\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnion Thrips (\u003cem\u003eThrips tabaci\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGreenhouse Thrips (\u003cem\u003eHeliothrips haemorrhoidalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMelon Thrips (\u003cem\u003eThrips palmi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCyclamen Mite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTomato Russet Mite (\u003cem\u003eAculops lycopersici\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBroad Mite (\u003cem\u003ePolyphagotarsonemus latus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, field crops, row crops, and orchard crops — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Amblyseius cucumeris controls thrips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCucumeris is a phytoseiid predatory mite and the first predatory mite observed to feed on thrips. Like most \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e spp., it is a generalist: the nymphal and adult stages are predatory and feed on the first larval stage of thrips. Because it targets that early larval stage, pair it with a soil-dwelling biocontrol agent that attacks the thrips pupal stage for long-term control. Cucumeris also feeds on pollen, which lets it establish in the crop ahead of a thrips outbreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow-Release Sachets (Hooks or Sticks)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 sachet per 10 sq. ft.; may be increased to one sachet per plant in some crops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSachets on a stick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use sachets on a stick for plants in propagation or those too small to support a hook. For trays or liners, put one sachet on a stick in the middle of each one (you can often use one sachet for every other tray\/liner if they are touching). For pots and baskets, place the sachet in the center next to the plant so the plant grows around it. Don’t let the bottom of the sachet touch the soil, since it can wick moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSachets on a hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e For larger plants, hang a sachet on a hook on the plant itself, close to the stem. Don’t lay sachets flat on the soil, where they tend to grow mold underneath, especially with top-watering. Very tall or wide plants may need more than one sachet for adequate control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the sachets work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each sachet is filled with predatory and feeder mites that allow a slow, constant release over an extended period. Sachets last up to 5 weeks, and the week number is printed on the back. If a sachet is less than five weeks old, simply leave it in the plant — sachets are water-resistant and the mites reproduce inside and exit through a tiny hole. Sachets older than five weeks from the current week should be replaced (or left in the crop if removal is difficult).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store predatory mites for more than 8 hours. Keep them in moderate humidity at 55–65°F until ready to release. Do not store sachets in a refrigerator, air-conditioned room, or cooler — these conditions dry the sachets out and ruin them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants for decreasing populations of thrips larvae. Scouting for predatory mite adults can be difficult, so the most reliable method is to watch for reduced pest pressure after releases. Predatory mites are fast-moving, hide in the foliage, and ambush their prey, so they are rarely found in large numbers alongside the pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don’t let sachets dry out completely, and avoid direct sunlight. Prolonged moisture or damp conditions can degrade sachets or encourage fungal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"100 Large sachets (1,000ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947616620700,"sku":"NC10","price":48.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Mini sachets (250ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947616653468,"sku":"N1H","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Mini sachets (250ea)\/stick","offer_id":46947616686236,"sku":"N1K","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 Large sachets (1,000ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947616719004,"sku":"NC20","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Mini sachets (250ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947616751772,"sku":"NC5H","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Mini sachets (250ea)\/stick","offer_id":46947616784540,"sku":"NC5K","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Large sachets (1,000ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947616817308,"sku":"NC50","price":229.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000 Mini sachets (250ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947616850076,"sku":"NC1H","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000 Mini sachets (250ea)\/stick","offer_id":46947616882844,"sku":"NC1K","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000 mini sachets (250ea)\/ No Hook or Stick","offer_id":46947616915612,"sku":"NC1N","price":136.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/AMBLYforce_C_thrips_predator_in_slow_release_sachets_100_large_sachets_1000ea_hook.webp?v=1779297553"},{"product_id":"amblyseius-swirskii-whiteflythrips-predator-bulk-bag","title":"AMBLYforce™ S (125,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAMBLYforce™ S is the predatory mite \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/em\u003e, used mainly to control whitefly, with some impact on spider mite populations. This format ships as loose bulk mites in a 5-liter bag (125,000), dispensed with the provided scoop for fast coverage of larger plantings. Swirskii is a polyphagous predator that also feeds on pollen, so it can be introduced preventively and thrives in warm crops — it stays active at high temperatures between 86°F and 95°F, which makes it a workhorse in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, interiorscapes, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGreenhouse Whitefly (\u003cem\u003eTrialeurodes vaporariorum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTobacco Whitefly (\u003cem\u003eBemisia tabaci\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCertain Thrips spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTwo-Spotted Spider Mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus urticae\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTarsonemid Mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVegetable crops, soft fruits, ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, interiorscapes, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Amblyseius swirskii controls whitefly and thrips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSwirskii is polyphagous: it eats thrips (the first and second larval instars of western flower thrips) and whitefly (the eggs and first larval instar of greenhouse and \u003cem\u003eBemisia\u003c\/em\u003e whitefly). Used preventively, it can control whitefly before they produce honeydew. The predator’s population builds as pest pressure increases, and it can feed on pollen — or be supplementally fed in low- or non-pollinating crops. It adapts easily to high temperatures between 86°F and 95°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulk Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per sq. ft., bi-weekly as needed. Use the provided scoop.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release bulk mites in the early or late hours of the day of receipt. If that is not possible, avoid the hot, dry times of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the bag on a shelf horizontally until release so the mites disperse evenly through the carrier. When ready, hold the bag horizontally and gently rotate to distribute the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open the bag at the seal and sprinkle the contents evenly onto the plant foliage or into Universal Release Boxes (URBs) using the dispensing scoop, or disperse with a spreader or leaf-blower. Concentrate the product at release points on or near the most heavily infested plants. Leave the open bag in the crop for 24 hours so all mites can exit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store predatory mites for more than 8 hours; keep them in moderate humidity at 55–65°F until ready to release. Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If storage is unavoidable, hold the product around 60°F, keep humidity high, and open the box so carbon dioxide does not build up and kill the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants for decreasing populations of thrips larvae and whitefly. Scouting for predatory mite adults can be difficult, so the most reliable method is to watch for reduced pest pressure after releases. Predatory mites are fast-moving, hide in the foliage, and ambush their prey, so they are rarely found in large numbers alongside the pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If used alongside \u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e, use caution. In a greenhouse with mixed mites and whiteflies, clean up honeydew deposits and excessive webbing before release. Try to maintain microclimate humidity around 70%, supplementing with misting if conditions get too dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bag of 125,000 in 80% bran\/ 20% Vermiculite","offer_id":46947616981148,"sku":"ASBG","price":272.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bag of 125,000 in 100% bran","offer_id":46947617013916,"sku":"ASGN","price":272.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/AMBLYforce_S_125_000_bag_of_125000_in_80_bran_20_vermiculite.webp?v=1779297943"},{"product_id":"amblyseius-swirskii-thrips-predatory-mites-flowable","title":"AMBLYforce™ S (25,000\/ 50,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAMBLYforce™ S is the predatory mite \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/em\u003e, used mainly to control whitefly, with some impact on spider mite populations. This format ships as loose bulk mites in a 1-liter shaker tube, ready to tap out evenly across the canopy or into release boxes. Swirskii is a polyphagous predator that also feeds on pollen, so it can be introduced preventively and thrives in warm crops — it stays active at high temperatures between 86°F and 95°F, which makes it a workhorse in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, interiorscapes, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGreenhouse Whitefly (\u003cem\u003eTrialeurodes vaporariorum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTobacco Whitefly (\u003cem\u003eBemisia tabaci\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCertain Thrips spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTwo-Spotted Spider Mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus urticae\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTarsonemid Mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVegetable crops, soft fruits, ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, interiorscapes, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Amblyseius swirskii controls whitefly and thrips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSwirskii is polyphagous: it eats thrips (the first and second larval instars of western flower thrips) and whitefly (the eggs and first larval instar of greenhouse and \u003cem\u003eBemisia\u003c\/em\u003e whitefly). Used preventively, it can control whitefly before they produce honeydew. The predator’s population builds as pest pressure increases, and it can feed on pollen — or be supplementally fed in low- or non-pollinating crops. It adapts easily to high temperatures between 86°F and 95°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaker Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per sq. ft., bi-weekly as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release bulk mites in the early or late hours of the day of receipt. If that is not possible, avoid the hot, dry times of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the tubes on a shelf horizontally until release so the mites disperse evenly. When ready, hold the tube horizontally and gently rotate to distribute the mites, then unscrew the top, remove the filter paper, and replace the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently tap the mites out of the tube evenly onto the foliage in the area to be treated. A whirlybird-type spreader or a modified leaf-blower speeds up the process and widens the release area, and Universal Release Boxes (URBs) work well too — hang them on the plant and scoop a small amount into each. Concentrate the product at release points on or near the most heavily infested plants. Leave the tube, cap removed, in the treatment area for 24 hours so all mites can exit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store predatory mites for more than 8 hours; keep them in moderate humidity at 55–65°F until ready to release. Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If storage is unavoidable, hold the product around 60°F, keep humidity high, and open the box so carbon dioxide does not build up and kill the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants for decreasing populations of thrips larvae and whitefly. Scouting for predatory mite adults can be difficult, so the most reliable method is to watch for reduced pest pressure after releases. Predatory mites are fast-moving, hide in the foliage, and ambush their prey, so they are rarely found in large numbers alongside the pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If used alongside \u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e, use caution. In a greenhouse with mixed mites and whiteflies, clean up honeydew deposits and excessive webbing before release. Try to maintain microclimate humidity around 70%, supplementing with misting if conditions get too dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bottle of 25,000 in 80% Bran\/20% Vermiculite","offer_id":46947617046684,"sku":"ASB","price":60.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 25,000 in Bran","offer_id":46947617079452,"sku":"ASBN","price":60.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 50,000 in 80% Bran\/20% Vermiculite","offer_id":46947617112220,"sku":"ASB5","price":115.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/AMBLYforce_S_25_000__50_000_bottle_of_25000_in_80_bran_20_vermiculite.webp?v=1779298500"},{"product_id":"amblyseius-swirskii-mites-in-slow-release-packets","title":"AMBLYforce™ S (Sachets)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAMBLYforce™ S is the predatory mite \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/em\u003e, used mainly to control whitefly, with some impact on spider mite populations. This format ships in slow-release breeder sachets: the mites reproduce inside each sachet and trickle out into the crop over several weeks, giving steady, hands-off whitefly and thrips control. Swirskii is a polyphagous predator that also feeds on pollen and thrives in warm crops — it stays active at high temperatures between 86°F and 95°F, which makes it a workhorse in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, interiorscapes, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eGreenhouse Whitefly (\u003cem\u003eTrialeurodes vaporariorum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTobacco Whitefly (\u003cem\u003eBemisia tabaci\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCertain Thrips spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTwo-Spotted Spider Mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus urticae\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTarsonemid Mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVegetable crops, soft fruits, ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, field and row crops, interiorscapes, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Amblyseius swirskii controls whitefly and thrips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSwirskii is polyphagous: it eats thrips (the first and second larval instars of western flower thrips) and whitefly (the eggs and first larval instar of greenhouse and \u003cem\u003eBemisia\u003c\/em\u003e whitefly). Used preventively, it can control whitefly before they produce honeydew. The predator’s population builds as pest pressure increases, and it can feed on pollen — or be supplementally fed in low- or non-pollinating crops. It adapts easily to high temperatures between 86°F and 95°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow-Release Sachets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne sachet every 6 ft. of crop row, monthly as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSachets on a stick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use sachets on a stick for plants in propagation or those too small to support a hook. For trays or liners, put one sachet on a stick in the middle of each one (you can often use one sachet for every other tray\/liner if they are touching). For pots and baskets, place the sachet in the center next to the plant so the plant grows around it. Don’t let the bottom of the sachet touch the soil, since it can wick moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSachets on a hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e For larger plants, hang a sachet on a hook on the plant itself, close to the stem. Don’t lay sachets flat on the soil, where they tend to grow mold underneath, especially with top-watering. Very tall or wide plants may need more than one sachet for adequate control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the sachets work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each sachet is filled with predatory and feeder mites that allow a slow, constant release over an extended period. Sachets last up to 5 weeks, and the week number is printed on the back. If a sachet is less than five weeks old, simply leave it in the plant — sachets are water-resistant and the mites reproduce inside and exit through a tiny hole. Sachets older than five weeks from the current week should be replaced (or left in the crop if removal is difficult).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store predatory mites for more than 8 hours; keep them in moderate humidity at 55–65°F until ready to release. Apply sachets as soon as possible. Do not store sachets in a refrigerator, air-conditioned room, or cooler — these conditions dry them out and ruin them. If storage is unavoidable, hold sachets around 60°F, keep humidity high, and open the box so carbon dioxide does not build up and kill the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants for decreasing populations of thrips larvae and whitefly. Scouting for predatory mite adults can be difficult, so the most reliable method is to watch for reduced pest pressure after releases. Predatory mites are fast-moving, hide in the foliage, and ambush their prey, so they are rarely found in large numbers alongside the pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If used alongside \u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e, use caution. In a greenhouse with mixed mites and whiteflies, clean up honeydew deposits and excessive webbing before release. Try to maintain microclimate humidity around 70%, supplementing with misting if conditions get too dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"100 mini Sachets(250ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947617243292,"sku":"A1H","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 mini Sachets(250ea)\/stick","offer_id":46947617276060,"sku":"A1K","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 mini Sachets(250ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947617308828,"sku":"AS5H","price":287.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 mini Sachets(250ea)\/stick","offer_id":46947617341596,"sku":"AS5K","price":287.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000 mini Sachets(250ea)\/hook","offer_id":46947617374364,"sku":"AS1H","price":560.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000 mini Sachets(250ea)\/stick","offer_id":46947617407132,"sku":"AS1K","price":560.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/AMBLYforce_S_Sachets_100_mini_Sachets_250ea_hook.webp?v=1779326267"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-5","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing adults (100\/250\/1,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as adult lacewings: the adults feed on pollen and nectar and lay eggs near pest hot spots, and it is their hungry larvae that do the hunting. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates shown are for larvae. Since this product ships as adults, divide the calculated rate by four.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release adults near pest hot spots, ideally in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult lacewings are not predatory themselves — they feed on pollen, nectar, or other suitable food and lay eggs near pest colonies, and it is the larvae that hunt. Provide a supplemental food such as Wheast™ to support breeding and egg-laying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the lacewings. Release as soon as possible after receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Cup of 100","offer_id":46950111379612,"sku":"LWA1","price":65.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cup of 250","offer_id":46950111412380,"sku":"LWA2","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tube of 1,000","offer_id":46950111445148,"sku":"LWA3","price":232.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_adults_100_250_1_000_cup_of_100.webp?v=1779301441"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-7","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs in loose form (5,000\/ 10,000\/ 100,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as loose eggs mixed with rice hulls, which keeps the eggs separated and makes it easy to sprinkle them evenly over a pest problem. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnce they hatch, the larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates shown are for larvae. Since this product ships as eggs, multiply the calculated rate by five.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release the eggs when newly hatched larvae are seen moving in the container. Eggs may be hatching on arrival, and in summer the larvae emerge sooner; at any time of year it should take no longer than three days to hatch if held at around 80°F. Always rotate the bottle gently on arrival to separate the eggs so they are not clustered in one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady for release when:\u003c\/strong\u003e egg membranes are dull gray, the larvae’s abdominal bands are distinct, the larval eyespots are readily visible, and at least 1% of the eggs have hatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eggs ship in a container with rice hulls, which separates them and helps distribution. Sprinkle the contents over the targeted plants, but go easy — don’t sprinkle the whole batch in one spot. For persistent pest problems, apply at pre-planned intervals (every one to two weeks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the lacewings. Release as soon as the eggs begin hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"4oz Bottle of 5,000 eggs in Rice Hulls","offer_id":46950176030876,"sku":"L5K","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz Bottle of 10,000 eggs in Rice Hulls","offer_id":46950176063644,"sku":"L10K","price":43.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz cup of 100,000 w\/ no carrier","offer_id":46950176096412,"sku":"LWE100K","price":399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_eggs_in_loose_form_5_000__10_000__100_000_4oz_bottle_of_5000_eggs_in_rice_hulls.webp?v=1779302671"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-2","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as eggs on a card: each sheet holds at least 5,000 viable eggs plus food, divided into 30 segments you can hang right where the pests are. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnce they hatch, the larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates shown are for larvae. Since this product ships as eggs, multiply the calculated rate by five.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDividing the card:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each sheet contains at least 5,000 viable eggs and food divided into 30 segments. To divide them, turn the card over and either tear or cut along the perforations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release as soon as the lacewing larvae start to hatch — the eggs turn from green to gray before hatching. Hang the segments near the pest infestation, keeping them in protected areas away from direct sunlight. Eggs continue to hatch over 24–48 hours, and the segments can be moved after about 12 hours to aid dispersal. For persistent pest problems, apply at pre-planned intervals (every two weeks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the lacewings. Release as soon as the eggs begin hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ant control is very important — ants are attracted to the eggs and food, and they protect aphids from predators for their honeydew. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Card of 5,000","offer_id":46950176129180,"sku":"LWCD","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_eggs_on_cards_5_000_card_of_5000.webp?v=1781308145"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-4","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bottle (1,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as ready-to-hunt larvae in a 16 oz bottle, mixed with buckwheat for easy distribution, so the predators go to work the day they arrive. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe rates shown are for larvae, so use them as listed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eggs are incubated at the insectary and will have hatched into larvae by the time they arrive, so release them the same day you receive them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larvae are mixed with buckwheat for easy distribution — simply sprinkle the contents over the target area, concentrating near the pest hot spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the larvae. Release them the same day they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bottle of 1,000","offer_id":46950176161948,"sku":"LWB","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_larvae_in_bottle_1_000_bottle_of_1000.webp?v=1779301669"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-green-lacewing-larvae-in-bulk-bag","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bulk (5,000\/ 10,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This bulk format ships ready-to-hunt larvae in a 5-liter bag or bucket, mixed with buckwheat and supplied with a scoop for fast, even coverage of larger plantings. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe rates shown are for larvae, so use them as listed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eggs are incubated at the insectary and will have hatched into larvae by the time they arrive, so release them the same day you receive them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larvae are mixed with buckwheat for easy distribution. Simply sprinkle the contents over the target area, concentrating near the pest hot spots. The bulk bag comes with a separate plastic scoop you can use to spread the larvae evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the larvae. Release them the same day they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bag of 5,000","offer_id":46950176194716,"sku":"LWBG","price":154.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bucket of 10,000","offer_id":46950176227484,"sku":"LWL10K","price":300.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_larvae_in_bulk_5_000__10_000_bag_of_5000.webp?v=1779300879"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-3","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in hexcell unit (400)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as pre-fed larvae in a 6×8 hex cell rearing frame: each larva develops in its own cell, separated so they arrive healthy and ready to release. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe rates shown are for larvae, so use them as listed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pre-fed larvae are still developing inside individual cells of the rearing frame. Release them the same day received (no later than the following day) unless your packing slip says otherwise. Hold the frame up to the light and you can see the larvae in their cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peel back one side of the organdy material an inch at a time and “knock” or tap the larvae out onto the target area, then peel off the organdy on the other side. You can lay the frame next to a plant so any remaining larvae crawl out onto the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the larvae. Release them the same day they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Frame of 400","offer_id":46950176260252,"sku":"LWFR","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_larvae_in_hexcell_unit_400_frame_of_400.webp?v=1781307986"},{"product_id":"atheta-coriaria-rove-beetle-adults","title":"DALOTIAforce™ (500\/ 1,000\/ 3,000\/ 5,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDALOTIAforce™ is the predatory rove beetle \u003cem\u003eDalotia coriaria\u003c\/em\u003e (=\u003cem\u003eAtheta coriaria\u003c\/em\u003e), which lives mostly in the top half-inch of soil and media and clears soil-stage pests. Both the adults and larvae hunt fungus gnats, shore flies, and the soil-pupating stages of certain thrips. The very mobile adults crawl and fly from pot to pot, eating pests along the way, and they stay effective even in soilless hydroponic greenhouses. Use it in ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, covered crops, and mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFungus Gnats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShore Flies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCertain thrips species that pupate in soil or on the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, covered crops, and mushrooms — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Dalotia coriaria controls soil pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe adult beetles are highly mobile, crawling or flying from pot to pot and from one area of the greenhouse to another, eating pests all along the way. Because they hunt in the top layer of soil and media where fungus gnat and shore fly larvae and soil-pupating thrips develop, they remain effective even in hydroponic greenhouses with no soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrevention or Light Infestations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 per sq. ft. Calculate only the soil\/media surface area, since that is where they live. If the crop is transplanted, release again at half the rate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot Spots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 1 per sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is best to release these beetles at sundown. Water the media no sooner than ten minutes before releasing, and wait a couple of hours before watering again after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom a bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently rotate the shaker tube to distribute the beetles evenly within the carrier, then open the bottle in the crop and gently tap the contents out throughout the target area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom a bulk bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open the bag in the crop area and use the included scoop to distribute the beetles throughout the target area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to release:\u003c\/strong\u003e They can also be released onto dirt or gravel floors, greenhouse weeds, under benches and ground covers, and anywhere fungus gnat or shore fly larvae, or thrips pupae and pre-pupae, may develop. Leave the bottle or bag in the treatment area for 24 hours so all beetles have exited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not store the beetles for more than two days. Hold at 45–55°F in high humidity, keeping the bottle or bag on its side to give the beetles more surface area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e They are primarily nocturnal but can sometimes be seen during the day, often on the soil surface, on rockwool, or climbing the facility’s walls. High populations can be counted on sticky cards. The potato test also works: place a slice of potato in the soil to attract both fungus gnat larvae and their predators, and Dalotia can often be found near it after a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Dalotia can and should be used in most hemp\/cannabis grows, overpopulation can lead the beetles to climb the plants and get stuck to the buds in flower — one of the few cases where there can be too many biocontrol agents. Do not exceed the recommended rate in hemp\/cannabis, and keep a close eye on the population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bottle of 500","offer_id":46950176587932,"sku":"DC5","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 1,000","offer_id":46950176620700,"sku":"DC10","price":104.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 1,000- No Vermiculite","offer_id":46950176653468,"sku":"DC1N","price":104.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bucket of 3,000","offer_id":46950176686236,"sku":"DCBK","price":241.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bucket of 3,000- No Vermiculite","offer_id":46950176719004,"sku":"DC3N","price":241.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bucket of 5,000","offer_id":46950176751772,"sku":"DC5K","price":381.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/DALOTIAforce_500__1_000__3_000__5_000_bottle_of_500.webp?v=1779304037"},{"product_id":"ephestia-eggs-predator-food-102550gr","title":"NUTRIforce™ – Ephestia eggs for predator food (10\/25\/50gr\/ Card of 35,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNUTRIforce™ is a supplemental food for beneficial insects and predatory mites, made of freshly laid, frozen \u003cem\u003eEphestia\u003c\/em\u003e (flour moth) eggs. Sprinkled into the crop or onto release sites, it gives predators like \u003cem\u003eOrius\u003c\/em\u003e and predatory mites a protein source to build and hold their populations when pest prey or pollen is scarce — especially useful for establishing predators preventively in thrips-sensitive crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMinute pirate bugs (\u003cem\u003eOrius\u003c\/em\u003e) and predatory mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOther beneficial insects that need a supplemental food source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEphestia on cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e The card can be subdivided into smaller units and applied evenly throughout the treated area, or concentrated on thrips-sensitive crops. Protect the cards from direct sunlight and overhead watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoose Ephestia:\u003c\/strong\u003e While cards are the recommended method, loose Ephestia eggs can be mixed into the carrier of an ORIUSforce™ bottle before application, or sprinkled directly onto crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store the product at -4°F (-20°C) or lower in the plastic tubs. Kept properly frozen, the shelf life is at least six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid application shortly before or after overhead watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"10 grams loose","offer_id":46964902887580,"sku":"EK10","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 grams loose","offer_id":46964902920348,"sku":"EK25","price":80.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams loose","offer_id":46964902953116,"sku":"EK50","price":154.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Card of 35,000 eggs - 30 tags","offer_id":46964902985884,"sku":"EKH","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/NUTRIforce_Ephestia_eggs_for_predator_food_10_25_50gr__Card_of_35_000_10_gr.webp?v=1779324733"},{"product_id":"orius-insidiosus-insidious-flower-bug-adults","title":"ORIUSforce™ – thrips predator (500, 1,000 or 2,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eORIUSforce™ is the minute pirate bug \u003cem\u003eOrius insidiosus\u003c\/em\u003e, a fast, aggressive predator best known for hunting thrips. Both the adults and nymphs feed actively, and while Orius works hardest against thrips, it also takes spider mites, aphids, whiteflies, and other soft-bodied pests — making it a strong partner alongside predatory mites in an IPM program. Use it in vegetable, fruit, and ornamental crops, hemp\/cannabis, and tree and shrub nurseries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThrips spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAphids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany other soft-bodied pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVegetable crops, fruit crops, ornamental crops, hemp\/cannabis, and tree \u0026amp; shrub nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Orius insidiosus controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAdult Orius eat all mobile thrips stages (larvae and adults), as well as spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies, while the nymphs mainly eat thrips larvae. Both adults and nymphs can also survive on pollen, and can be supplementally fed with NUTRIforce™ to help them establish in the crop before pest pressure builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWith existing pest population\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 to 1 per 10 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release Orius at sundown the day of receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently rotate the bottle to distribute the predators evenly within the carrier, then open it in the crop and gently tap the predators and their carrier onto the foliage of infested plants, or evenly throughout the crop if the infestation is widespread. Some will fly out on their own; if they exit too quickly to control dispersal, re-secure the cap between release points. Concentrate the bulk at release points on or near the most heavily infested plants, and tuck the bottle into the foliage — ideally on a plant with heavy pest pressure — for any that won’t readily come out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not store the adults or nymphs in the bottle for more than 8 hours. Hold at a moderate humidity between 50–60°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e The clearest sign they are working is a drop in pests after release. Adults can sometimes be found in the crop with diligent scouting, and finding Orius on sticky cards indicates a healthy population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nymphs will enter diapause if the day length is below 12 hours — supplemental lighting can be used to keep them active in short-day conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bottle of 500 in Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903018652,"sku":"OI5","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 500 in Buckwheat","offer_id":46964903051420,"sku":"OI5-BW","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 1,000 in Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903084188,"sku":"OIM","price":111.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 1,000 in Buckwheat","offer_id":46964903116956,"sku":"OIN","price":111.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 2,000 in Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903149724,"sku":"OIM2","price":193.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle of 2,000 in Buckwheat","offer_id":46964903182492,"sku":"OIM2-BW","price":193.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/ORIUSforce_thrips_predator_500_1_000_or_2_000_bottle_of_500_in_Vermiculite.webp?v=1779313192"},{"product_id":"stratiolaelaps-scimitus-soil-dwelling-predatory-mites","title":"STRATIOforce™ – soil-dwelling predatory mites (12,500\/ 25,000\/ 125,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSTRATIOforce™ is the soil-dwelling predatory mite \u003cem\u003eStratiolaelaps scimitus\u003c\/em\u003e, used to prevent, control, and manage fungus gnats and the soil-pupating stages of certain thrips. It lives and hunts in the top layer of soil and media, cleaning up pests before they emerge as adults. An underrated benefit is its appetite for thrips pupae — using \u003cem\u003eS. scimitus\u003c\/em\u003e alone has been shown to cut western flower thrips populations by around 43%. Use it in vegetable, soft fruit, and ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFungus Gnat spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThrips spp. (soil-pupating stages)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSome Shore Fly spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpringtails and other soil pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVegetable crops, soft fruits, ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Stratiolaelaps scimitus controls soil pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese mites live in the top half-inch of soil and media, where fungus gnat larvae and thrips pupae and pre-pupae develop, and feed on them directly. Their affinity for thrips pupae makes them a valuable part of a layered thrips program, working below the canopy while foliar predators work above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 per sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWith existing pest populations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 per sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFriable floors, potting mix, and other surfaces should be treated as well — not just the planting media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom a bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently rotate the bottle to distribute the mites evenly within the carrier. Unscrew the lid, remove the filter paper, put the lid back on, and tap the mites out of the bottle evenly onto the soil. Concentrate the bulk at release points near the most heavily infested or active breeding areas. Leave the empty bottle, cap removed, in the treatment area for 24 hours so all mites can exit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom a bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently rotate the bag to distribute the mites within the carrier, then open it at the seal and sprinkle the contents evenly onto slightly damp growing media, soil, or ground cover using the dispensing scoop. Use a higher concentration in hot spots. These mites should also be released onto dirt and gravel floors, around greenhouse weeds, and under benches and ground covers — anywhere fungus gnat larvae and pupae or thrips pupae and pre-pupae may develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The product can be stored at 50–60°F for about two days. The bottles and bags ship with a food source; once it runs out the mites will start attacking each other, so release promptly. Store the bottles on their side with the filter paper up to give the mites more surface area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e The potato test works well — place a slice of potato on the soil to attract fungus gnat larvae and their predators, and check it after a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"12,500 - 16oz Bottle in Peat Moss\/Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903215260,"sku":"SS12","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25,000 - 1 liter Bottle in Peat Moss\/Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903248028,"sku":"SS25","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25,000 - 1 liter Bottle in Peat Moss Only","offer_id":46964903280796,"sku":"SSN","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125,000 - 5 liter Bucket in Peat Moss\/Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903313564,"sku":"SSBK","price":166.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125,000 - 5 liter Bucket in Peat Moss Only","offer_id":46964903346332,"sku":"SSGN","price":166.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/STRATIOforce_soil-dwelling_predatory_mites_12_500__25_000__125_000_12500_16oz_Bottle_in_Peat_Moss_Vermiculite.webp?v=1779321102"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/collections\/Thrips_Control_Collection.webp?v=1782260200","url":"https:\/\/greenmethods.com\/collections\/thrips-control.oembed","provider":"Green Methods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}