Amblyseius-System & Amblyseius-Breeding-System

Voracious predators target thrips Highly voracious – predatory mites feed on thrips larvae Very mobile – predatory mites seek out prey Can be used preventatively – A. cucumeris can survive without prey, feeding on pollen or Nutrimite™ Generalist predator – can also feed on spider mite and other small mites.  Why are breeding sachets so effective? Sachets contain food – bran carrier and factitious prey...

Aphelinus-System

Reliable control of large aphid species Widely employed to control potato aphid (Macrosiphum euphorbiae) and foxglove aphid (Aulacorthum solani). Highly efficient – Aphelinus abdominalis controls aphid adults and nymphs Long term activity – longer lifespan compared to other parasitic wasps Stays put – wasp stays locally active, doesn’t swarm Withstands higher summer temperatures – compared to other wasp species Also host-feeds – adult wasps also...

Aphidius-System

Fundamental to control of small aphids Aphidius colemani can detect aphid colonies at low pest density Fundamental to small aphid control strategies – targets species including cotton aphid (Aphis gossypii) and green peach aphid (Myzus persicae) Quick to establish – the parasitic wasp develops and spreads fast in the crop laying 100s of eggs in first four days Excellent search behaviour – can detect and...

Aphidoletes-System

Gall midge larva with voracious appetite Targets aphid hotspots – female gall midges fly in search of aphid colonies to lay eggs in Quick to establish – females lay up to 100 eggs per aphid hotspot Controls various aphid species – Aphidoletes larvae consume most aphid species Highly efficient – on hatching, predatory larvae get straight to work Voracious feeders – a single larva can...

Bee Coat

Protecting hives from cold and rain Reusable polystyrene outer protective coat for outdoor bumblebee hives Can be unfolded and stored when not in use Perfect fit for Biobest cardboard hive box - fits Premium and Standard hives

Californicus-System & Californicus-Breeding-System

Highly effective as feeds on pest eggs, nymphs and adults Attacks wide variety of harmful mites – two-spotted mite, broad mite & cyclamen mite Strong preference for two-spotted spider mite – also commonly known as glasshouse spider mite or red spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) Controls all stages – eggs, nymphs and adults Most effective at low prey density Can be used preventatively – a pollen-feeder,...

Chrysopa-System

Green lacewing larvae with a passion for aphids Feeds on most agriculturally important aphid species – including large prey Highly voracious – Chrysoperla carnea larvae feed on up to 50 aphids a day Remains active for long period – even at lower temperatures and at night True generalist – can also predate on mealybug, spider mite, thrips, whitefly and small caterpillar. Survives low pest densities...

Cryptolaemus-System

The Mealybug ladybird is known as a voracious wolf in sheep’s clothing Highly voracious – Cryptolaemus montrouzieri larvae and adults feed on mealybug Control wide range of mealybug including citrus mealybug Planococcus citri and obscure mealybug Pseudococcus viburni Actively searches out pest – adult ladybirds are highly mobile Inconspicuously penetrate pest colonies – Cryptolaemus larvae are covered in white waxy threads mimicking mealybug larvae Can...

Degenerans-System

Highly effficient at targetting young larvae - particularly in flowers Targets very young thrips larvae in flowers – more efficiently than Amblyseius cucumeris Highly mobile and more conspicuous – due to larger size and darker colour Builds strong population quickly - with the help of Nutrimite™ feed supplement and can also survive on pollen Efficient at low humidity – A. degenerans eggs can tolerate dry...

Diglyphus-System

Fast and efficient leafminer control Efficient control of several species of Lyriomyza Fast acting – growing pest population is stopped quickly, due to quick Diglyphus population build-up Ecto-parasitoid – paralyses pest larva before laying an egg next to it Both larvae and adults feed on leafminer larvae Packaging Diglyphus-System-250

Entomatic™ HD

The latest addition to the Entomatic™ family is a handheld module designed for the precise and efficient release of beneficial insects. Key features Handheld and portable: lightweight design for easy handling and flexibility Targeted application: accurate and homogeneous distribution exactly where needed Mite-friendly: ensures beneficials arrive healthy and active in your crops Ergonomic design: manoeuvrable, hip belt and entostick for reaching high places comfortably How...

Entomatic™ MD

Entomatic™ MD: ideal for bigger operations, 4-16 rows of precise and consistent distribution. Key features of the Entomatic™ MD Precision Dispensing: Ensures precise and even flow of beneficial insects or mites, minimizing waste and maximizing effectiveness. Versatile Application: Easily configured to suit different beneficial mites/insects, crops, and growing systems. User-Friendly Design: Simple setup and operation with minimal maintenance requirements. Compact and Adaptable: Ideal for various...

Entomatic™ RD

Entomatic™ RD: ideal for compact operations, 2 – 4 rows of precise and consistent distribution. Key features Precision Dispensing: Ensures an even and accurate flow of beneficial insects or mites, reducing waste and maximizing effectiveness. Versatile Application: Suitable for various crops and growing systems, making it a flexible solution for different agricultural needs. User-Friendly Design: Easy to set up and operate, with minimal maintenance required....

Ervi-System

Front runner in control of large aphids Targets large aphid species – including potato aphid Macrosiphum euphorbiae and the foxglove aphid Aulacorthum solani Highly efficacious – single female wasp can parasitise hundreds of aphid adults/nymphs Excellent search behaviour – Aphidius ervi detects and parasitises newly forming aphid hotspots Highly efficient – can distinguish parasitised from non-parasitized aphids Fast population build up – Ervi population develops...

Hypoaspis-System

Robust predator that dines out on soil pests Well-adapted to controlling thrips, fungus gnat and shore flystages found in the soil Feeds on harmful soil pests – thrips pupae and fungus gnat & shore fly larvae Can be used preventatively – can survive on algae and plant debris in absence of prey Healthy appetite – each mite consumes up to 5 prey a day Robust...

Limonicus-System

Voracious and effective predatory mite A. limonicus feeds on different life stages of thrips and white fly including second instar thrips larvae. Already effective at low temperatures Has a high reproductive capacity Sprinkler Limonicus-System-10K

Makita and Nutri App

Fast, efficient automated dispenser to help optimise biocontrol programmes, while saving labour. You can use it to feed your beneficials with Artemac™ and Nutrimite™. The Entomatic™ Row Dispenser or Multi Dispenser (RD or MD) is ideal for bigger operations.

Micromus-System

Brown lacewing (Micromus angulatus) provides robust, quick and effective control of all significant aphid species. Fast and effective – both Micromus angulatus adults and larvae are predatory True generalist – consumes all significant aphid species, including Chaetosiphon fragaefolii and Ericaphis scammellii Robust - withstands lower temperatures, lives longer than other beneficials and can survive on little prey Highly reproductive - female adults produce large numbers...

Mini Hive

Small and mighty Convenient small bumblebee colony - at delivery, contains more than 40 workers Reliable pollination - activity lasting 4 to 5 weeks Maintenance free – each Mini Hive contains its own feeding station, a brood box and separate 1.5kg bottle of Biogluc® For ease of use, Super Mini Hives have a ‘flight opening’ and ‘Bee-Lock’

Montdorensis-System & Montdorensis-Breeding-System

Efficient generalist in charge of whitefly and thrips control Voracious predatory mite – Actively seeks out prey devouring around 10 prey a day Efficient generalist predator – targets greenhouse & tobacco whitefly eggs and larvae, first and second thrips larval stages as well as spider mites, broad mites & russet mites Robust – survives high temperatures/dry conditions & remains active at lower temperatures/light conditions Feeds...

Multi Hive

Three separate colonies in weather-resistant box for reliable outdoor pollination Designed for outdoor crops – this substantial hive contains three separate bumblebee colonies Weather resistant hives – designed to stand up to outdoor conditions Reliable pollination activity lasting 4-6 weeks – contains over 350 workers Maintenance free – each hive has its own brood box and integral feed station, 3 bottles of Biogluc® For ease...

Orius-System

Successfully used in Europe for over two decades for thrips control strategies Both adults and nymphs are predatory – eat all mobile thrips stages Voracious predator – single Orius nymph easily devours 50 thrips larvae, while single adult kills up to 20 thrips larvae, or 6 thrips adults, per day Generalist – can also eat aphids, spider mites, whiteflies and moth eggs Can be used...

Phytoseiulus-System

Predatory mite wiping out spider mite hotspots Efficient – feeds exclusively on spider mite (also commonly called red spider mite, two-spotted spider mite or glasshouse spider mite – Tetranychus urticae) Voracious – single predatory mite can devour 20-25 eggs, 20-30 larvae and nymphs or 5 adult spider mites per day Quickly outgrows pest population – P. persimilis has a rapid development Fast acting – can...

PMV®-01

Fast-acting protection from damage and associated yield loss Protects tomato crops against PepMV damage and yield loss – protection from potentially devastating Pepino mosaic virus Sustainable biological solution – EU authorised plant protection product compatible with biological control strategies Preventative action – vaccine that works through cross-protection Fast acting - PMV®-01 contains unique, mild and stable CH2 PepMV isolate, which colonizes plant quickly Full season...

Premium Hive

Large bumblebee colony delivering extended pollination period Large bumblebee colony- each hive contains 110+ workers Long lasting activity - delivers pollination for 6 to 8 weeks Extendable ventilation to keep cool – at temperature above 26°C, use extendable ventilation system. Bumblebees perform best at 8-32°C and 50-80% humidity Care-free nutrition system – each hive contains a Biogluc® bottle Optional pollen tray – available on request...

Propylea-System

Fourteen-spotted ladybird for the control of various aphid species Biological control of all aphid species at all stages Very voracious – both larvae and adults prey on aphids Excellent establishment – in case of little or no aphid pressure, Propylea remains in the flowers to consume pollen Can also predate on other pests – such as spider mite, caterpillar eggs and whitefly Packaging Propylea-System-250

Sphaerophoria-System

Hoverfly larvae predate key aphid species True generalist – Sphaerophoria rueppellii larvae habe huge appetite for alle significant aphid species Excellent search ability – adult hoverflies are strong flyers over long distances Long living adults – can feed on pollen and nectar Active in wide temperature range – 12°C - 40°C (optimum 25°C - 35°C) Can contribute to pollination – adult Sphaerophoria visit flowers for...

Spreaddit

New adjuvant based on silicone polymers, that can be mixed with fungicides and herbicides. Optimizes spray coverage and penetration. Recommended application: Concentration: 0,03% (30ml per 100L water) Always use fast drying conditions Do not use when rain is expected Always spray during the day when the sun is shining.

Standard Hive

Realiable pollination activity over 6-8 weeks Highly convenient - standard sized hive containing bumblebee colony Reliable pollination activity lasting 6-8 weeks – each hive contains more than 80 workers Extendable ventilation system – designed to keep colony cool when temperature exceeds 26°C Maintenance free – each Standard Hive has its own feed station - a bottle of Biogluc® Optional pollen tray – operated from outside...

Swirskii-System & Swirksii-Breeding-System

True generalist Voracious predatory mite - Amblyseius (Typhlodromips) swirskii has a preference for greenhouse and tobacco whitefly eggs and larvae as well as young thrips larvae Also eats spider and tarsonemid mite Adapts to high temperatures – active up to temperature of 40°C For optimal population growth – use alternative food source Nutrimite™  to help create ‘standing army’ Why are breeding sachets so effective? Sachets...

Trissolcus-System

Trissolcus basalis for the biological control of the southern green stink bug (Nezara viridula) Biological control of Nezara viridula by parasitising eggs Highly specific and effective – Trissolcus females actively search for Nezara egg masses High reproductive capacity – one female can lay up to 250 eggs during her lifespan Fast and visible action – parasitism becomes apparent within a few days as egg colour...

Vespiformis-System

Predatory thrips, Franklinothrips vespiformis, for the control of leaf-dwelling thrips species. Immediate & continuous control – both Franklinothrips vespiformis adults and larvae are predatory Targeted action – Franklinothrips vespiformis is leaf-dwelling, targeting invasive thrips where they reside – on the leaf True generalist – they directly prey upon eggs, larval and adults stages of a wide range of harmful thrips species Fast population growth –...