Feltiella acarisuga is a midge that, in their larval stage, will kill and eat spider mites.
They have exceptional hunting behavior that allows them to detect spider mite hotspots.
Two-Spotted Spider Mite (Tetranychus urticae)
Carmine Mite (Tetranychus cinnabarinus)
Other Spider Mite spp.
Ornamentals
Hemp/Cannabis
Vegetable Crops
Soft Fruits
Tree Nurseries
Greenhouses
Indoor facilities
Fields
Gardens
Female midges hunt for spider mite colonies to lay their eggs next to laying around 30 eggs over five days. The eggs hatch in less than two days after being laid. Larvae begin feeding on spider mites right away.
Feltiella can control all stages of spider mites.
Use immediately upon receipt.
If not possible, this product can briefly be stored at 6-10° C / 42-50° F. Always adhere to the use-by-date.
RELEASE TIMING
FELTIELLAforce™ should be released when spider mites are first detected.
RELEASE METHOD
Take the top off the container and place it in a shaded spot near the spider mite-infested plants. The adult midges will exit independently, and the females will lay their eggs near spider mite colonies.
Larvae can be found on the underside of the foliage where spider mite colonies are. They are yellow or red legless maggots.
A lack of spider mites within a few days after release will signify that Feltiella is working in the crop.
Remove any yellow sticky cards for the first few days after the release of the midges. Blue sticky cards are acceptable to keep the entire time but avoid releasing right next to them. Caution should be taken when releasing on food crops since they will pupate on the underside of foliage.
We guarantee live delivery and ask that you report any problem within 24 hours. Please do not discard the product. You may be asked to return the shipment for further analysis.
PRODUCT | PACKAGE SIZE Filler/Carrier | LIFE STAGES | PRODUCT CODE |
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FELTIELLAforce™ – 250 | Container | Pupae | FA25 |
CLASSIFICATION | RELEASE INFORMATION |
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Preventative | 0.03 – 0.1 Per Sq. Ft. |