{"product_id":"growershouse-aphidoletes-aphidimyza-control-aphid","title":"Aphidoletes aphidimyza – Predatory Midges for Aphid Control","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTarget Aphid Colonies with Beneficial Predatory Midges\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAphidoletes aphidimyza\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beneficial midge whose larvae feed on aphids. Adult females search for aphid colonies and lay eggs nearby, placing the next generation of predators close to their food source. The larvae feed on more than 60 aphid species, making them a useful addition to an integrated pest management (IPM) program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce these beneficial insects when aphids are first detected, while colonies are still small. They can also complement aphid parasitoid wasps as part of a coordinated biological control program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow They Help Control Aphids\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAphid-seeking adults:\u003c\/strong\u003e Females locate colonies and lay eggs where aphids are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePredatory larvae:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larval stage feeds on aphids and provides pest control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad aphid coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae feed on more than 60 aphid species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelease and Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin releases promptly after finding aphids and monitor colonies to assess whether additional releases are needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the instructions supplied with your bottle for release method, quantity, and frequency. Rates depend on the crop, growing area, and aphid pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide suitable moisture and humidity. Pupae are sensitive to drying, and slightly moist growing media supports pupation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect release containers from direct sunlight and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccount for day length and temperature when planning repeat generations. Short days and cool conditions can trigger dormancy and limit continued population development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Bottle Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2,000 count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 mL bottle — item BW-AA2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10,000 count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 L bottle — item BW-AA10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/5283\/5919\/files\/GH-Auto-Aphidoletes-aphidimyza_480x480.jpg?v=1689132244\" width=\"289\" height=\"289\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J2nhwHIcvq0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"Growers House Auto","offers":[{"title":"250 ml bottle  2K","offer_id":47213349896369,"sku":"BW-AA2","price":65.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4oz bottle - 1000 pupae - vermiculite","offer_id":47213349929137,"sku":"AA1K","price":33.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz bottle - 2000 pupae - vermiculite","offer_id":47213349961905,"sku":"AA2K","price":67.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L bottle  10K","offer_id":47213349994673,"sku":"BW-AA10","price":288.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L tube - 10000 pupae - vermiculite","offer_id":47213350027441,"sku":"AA10K","price":335.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/9487\/2241\/files\/Growers-House-Auto-5.png?v=1776371975","url":"https:\/\/monstergardens.com\/products\/growershouse-aphidoletes-aphidimyza-control-aphid","provider":"Monster Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}