BioBee BioCucumeris - Neoseiulus cucumeris mites

MAIN TARGETS

Larval stages of western flower thrips.

ADDITIONAL TARGETS

Other thrips larvae, broad mite, two-spotted spider mite, russet mite, cyclamen mite and pollen.

TIPS

This mite performs well under cooler temperatures and is often used for thrips prevention early in the season or in northern climates. BioArtFeed and BioArtLine can improve the establishment of cucumeris.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION & PACKAGING

BioCucumeris (Neoseiulus cucumeris) is a predatory mite widely used in the control of immature thrips (egg and larvae) as well as other species of mites. Although very small (1mm), BioCucumeris can be recognized by its oblong shape and quick mobility along the underside of leaves and in flowers.

Its ability to feed on pollen makes it an effective early prevention agent.

Widely used in bio-control, cucumeris grows to a length of 0.02-0.04 in. (0.5-1mm). 

BioCucumeris is available in bottles and sachet:

• Bottle containing 25,000/50,000/100,000/250,000/500,000 mites
• Box 250 or 500 sachets (1000 individuals/sachet)
  

STORAGE

• Storage temperature: 15-18°C (59-64°F)
• Do not store in sunlight
• Roll back & forth before use
• Store horizontally

APPLICATION

• BioCucumeris is shipped in insulated, chilled boxes. Packaging must be kept intact until placed in the field.
• Keep in a cool location until release.
• Remove the product containers from the box, one at a time and empty their content as quickly as possible.
• Before use turn, roll the bottle back and forth gently, to mix BioCucumeris with the medium.
• The predators are released by sprinkling the contents of the bottle on the leaves of the host plants, preferably in a shady area.
• Do not expose the bottles to direct sunlight.
  

The amount and frequency of the application (introduction rate) is determined by the target crop, level of infestation, weather conditions and damage inflicted to the crop.

DISCLAMER

Before combining this product with any chemical pesticide in the crop, please consult your BioBee technical field representative. 

BioBee Sde Eliyahu Ltd. produces and markets biological products. Production is carried out using innovative techniques under controlled quality assurance standards such as ISO 9001:2015, as well as IOBC’s international standards for mass-production of insects. All products are tested to meet specification requirements before leaving the factory.

The success of biological pest control is affected by the crop’s initial pest population (upon application of the product), weather conditions and chemical residue present in the crop, among other possible aggravating factors.

Under no circumstance shall BioBee or Groupe Horticole Ledoux inc. be liable for the outcome of the implementation in the field, as it has no control over local conditions, the application method, or the possible improper treatment/storage of the product.