Gestion integree des ravageurs
SPICAL
Neoseiulus californicus
Unit of packaging
Neoseiulus californicus (predatory mite)
- Pack size (large): 500 ml bottle
Contains: 25,000 predatory mites (all mobile stages) mixed with inert carrier material - Pack size (small): 100 ml bottle with dosage-plug
Contains: 5,000 predatory mites (all mobile stages) mixed with inert carrier material
Precautions
Inhalation of product may cause sensitization in case of mechanical application. Dust mask is recommended as protection for operator and people working near place of application.
Target
Two spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) and fruit tree red spider mite (Panonychus ulmi). All stages, preferring younger stages. Predatory mites also survive on other mites and pollen and can survive for a number of weeks without food.
Rates |
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SPICAL |
rate |
m²/unit |
interval (days) |
frequency |
remark |
preventive |
25/m² |
1000 |
21 |
- |
- |
curative light |
100/m² |
250 |
- |
1x |
Use together with Spidex |
curative heavy |
200/m² |
125 |
- |
1x |
Use together with Spidex |
- Introduction
turn and shake the bottle gently before use - sprinkle material on leaves
- in low crops it is possible to distribute SPICAL mechanically by means of the AIRBUG mite blower
Environmental conditions
Amblyseius californicus tolerates high temperatures and low humidities.
Storage and handling
- storage after receipt: 1-2 days
- storage temperature: 8-10°C/47-50°F
- in the dark (bottles horizontally)
Remarks
Neoseiulus californicus tolerates a range of chemical pesticides. Always use SPICAL in conjunction with SPIDEX.
Appearance
Mobile stages: transparant white-orange to yellow, droplet shaped, short legs, looks like Neoseiulus cucumeris
Eggs: oblong, transparant to white, attached to hairs along veins on the underside of leaves
Mode of action
Adult predatory mites, nymphs and larvae actively search for their prey and suck them empty.
Important!
The introduction rates of this product should be adjusted to the mode of action of the product and the results that can be expected in the crop where the product is applied. Your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor will be able to advise you further.
Only use products that are permitted in your country/state
and crop. Check local registration requirements.
Koppert Biological Systems can not be held liable for unauthorized use.
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