SWIRSKI-MITE LD

Amblyseius swirskii (Long Duration)

Unit of packaging

Amblyseius swirskii (predatory mite)

Pack size: paper sachet with hook

Contains: 125 predatory mites + storage mites (all stages) mixed with bran, 500 sachets per outer

Target

young larvae of various thrips species.
eggs and larvae of whitefly (both Trialeurodes vaporariorum and Bemisia tabaci).

Swirski-Mite LD can be used in roses, gerbera, cucumber, eggplants and sweet pepper. Possibilities for application in other crops are being investigated.

Rates

The pieces of information given below are merely indications. Tailored advice can be provided if information is available on the local factors that need to be taken into account, such as the crop, the climate conditions and the level of infestation. Always consult your local Koppert consultant or recognized distributor, which will be able to advise you further.

SWIRSKI-MITE LD	rate	m²/unit	interval (days)	frequency	remark
preventive	-	2½	28-42	-	-
curative light	-	2½	28	-	-
curative heavy	-	-	-	-	use Swirski-Mite Plus

Introduction

Start introduction preferably as soon as possible after receipt.
Hang up bags in the crop, in a sheltered spot not in sunlight. Measures that benefit the moisture balance in the bags (such as positioning the bag so that the underside is resting on the moist substrate) will have a positive impact on the useable life of the bags.
Sachets already have exit hole.
Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, else predatory mites are easily damaged.

Environmental conditions

The predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii is:

Not susceptible to diapause, so can be introduced in winter.
Tolerant to high temperature.

Storage and handling

Storage after receipt: 1-2 days.
Storage temperature: 10-15°C/50-60°F.
In the dark.
Provide ventilation to prevent CO2 accumulation.

Remarks

Amblyseius swirskii can also develop on pollen of sweet pepper and aubergine.
Due to the bags’ long period of effectiveness, a preventative introduction on the basis of pollen can take place a few weeks before flowering begins.

Appearance

Mobile stages: beige-pink, droplet shaped, 'pushed down' position on short legs

Eggs: oblong, transparant white

All stages can be found in the corner of main vein and lateral veins and in the flowers.

It is not possible to distinguish Amblyseius swirskii in the field from Amblyseius cucumeris and Amblyseius californicus.

Mode of action

Adult predatory mites search for their prey or wait for it to pass by, then suck it dry.

Important!

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.