{"product_id":"feltiella-acarisuga-therodiplosis-persicae","title":"Feltiella acarisuga (Therodiplosis persicae) – Spider Mite Control","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePredatory Midges for Spider Mite Hotspots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeltiella acarisuga\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as Therodiplosis persicae, is a beneficial gall midge used for biological control of two-spotted spider mites and other spider mite species. Adult females locate mite colonies and lay eggs nearby. After hatching, the larvae feed on spider mite eggs, immature stages, and adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flying adults help locate infestations throughout the crop, while the larvae do the feeding. This makes Feltiella a useful addition to an integrated pest management (IPM) program focused on spider mite hotspots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen and How to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin introductions when the first spider mites are detected, before populations build into a heavy infestation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus releases around spider mite hotspots and nearby affected plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the instructions supplied with your product for opening and positioning the release container, release quantities, and repeat applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect the release container from direct sunlight and irrigation water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor infested foliage to assess mite activity and the need for additional releases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelease quantities depend on the crop, growing conditions, and pest pressure. Use the supplier’s product-specific recommendations rather than a fixed preventive, moderate, or heavy-infestation rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions and Complementary Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeltiella favors humid conditions and remains active during cooler, low-light periods, including spring and autumn. It can be used alongside \u003cstrong\u003ePhytoseiulus persimilis\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of a coordinated spider mite control program. Check pesticide compatibility before combining biological controls with spray treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem BW-FA25:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250-count plastic tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"266\" width=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/5283\/5919\/files\/GH-Auto-Feltiella-acarisuga-1_480x480.jpg?v=1689302822\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"269\" width=\"269\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/5283\/5919\/files\/GH-Auto-Feltiella-acarisuga-2_480x480.jpg?v=1689302839\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J2nhwHIcvq0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"Growers House Auto","offers":[{"title":"plastic tray  0.25K","offer_id":47213350191281,"sku":"BW-FA25","price":113.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/9487\/2241\/files\/Growers-House-Auto-4_a077271e-3d79-4bed-9fc0-510fa21bf595.png?v=1776371977","url":"https:\/\/monstergardens.com\/products\/feltiella-acarisuga-therodiplosis-persicae","provider":"Monster Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}