In biologic blighter control , two mite mintage , Stratiolaelaps scimitusandGaeolaelaps gillespiei , have emerged as allies for sustainable farming . These mite go to the Laelapidae family unit within the Mesostigmata order , a divers chemical group that fly high in dirt , leaf litter , compost , and other constitutive matter - rich environments , where they act an essential theatrical role in maintaining healthy agroecosystems . " The name Laelapidae come from the Greek Christian Bible laílaps , meaning ' tempest ' or ' hurricane , ' fascinate their inexorable power , " say Dr Omid Joharchi , of Anatis Bioprotection .
Stratiolaelaps scimitus : the guardian miteStratiolaelaps scimitus is make out as the " protector tinge " for its effectiveness in pull off territory - endure pest in greenhouses . Its adaptability across various substrate makes it particularly efficient at targeting fungus gnats , thrip pupa , and root aphids . " These speck furnish broad - spectrum control , offering raiser a sustainable and resilient alternative to chemical treatments , " Omid explain . Stratiolaelaps scimitus is especially suit for greenhouse environment , give agriculturist consistent , long - full term protection across growing cycles .
Adult Stratiolaelaps scimitus
Gaeolaelaps gillespiei : the Canadian championComplementingStratiolaelaps scimitusisGaeolaelaps gillespiei , a Canadian native tinge lauded for its efficiency in pest controller , peculiarly against fungus gnat and thrips . " Gaeolaelaps is nearly 50 % more in effect at suppressing fungus gnat liken to Stratiolaelaps , " says Omid . Known as the " Canadian champion,“Gaeolaelaps gillespieiis extremely effective on coco - fiber mats and rock fleece , wee-wee it idealistic for glasshouse crops . It ’s airfoil - oriented , adapting well to substrates in Canadian climate , and helping local growers get by pest populations sustainably .
Adult Gaeolaelaps gillespiei
Wide - ranging pest dominance for greenhouse ecosystemsThese two mite species form a pipeline of defending team against a wide range of a function of pests . Stratiolaelaps and Gaeolaelaps target not only fungus gnats and thrip but also morbific roundworm , springtails , Black Vine Root Weevil , Strawberry Root Weevil , symphylans , and overwintering spider mites . " They ’re essential in glasshouse ecosystems , especially during crop rotation when pests shroud in cracks and scissure , " Omid explains . He add together that there ’s no better elbow room to " scavenge out " a greenhouse than by place these mites in areas where pests could overwinter , such as around posts or plumbing .
elastic program for divers growing mediaThe program ofStratiolaelaps scimitusandGaeolaelaps gillespieiis adaptable across potting soil , coconut fibre , sway wool , and other maturation medium . In potted plants , generation tray , and other indoor growing setup , these touch establish strong colonies , ensuring authentic pestilence control . However , they can not survive in flooded or freezing conditions . To ensure their effectiveness , Omid recommends a two - stage introduction with a 2- to 3 - week interval between applications . " For preventative use , we commend an introduction charge per unit of 100 to 200 soupcon per straightforward meter , " he notes , " while for curative treatments , 250 to 500 mites per substantial meter can be good . "
The produce part of bio - controlWith an increase focus on sustainable agriculture , Stratiolaelaps scimitusandGaeolaelaps gillespieioffer an environmentally - friendly solution for pestis direction that corroborate soil health and deoxidise chemical dependence . " These soupcon are proving to be adaptable , resilient , and herculean tools for greenhouse and indoor production systems alike , " Omid concludes .
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