parasitic wasp, larval parasite

parasitic wasp

parasitic wasp

1 yr I, 2-3 X

not available 2006

2-3 X

1-10/

plant,

distribute

Parasitic Wasps To Kill Moth Eggs

We contract with researchers and grower groups to produce the Trichogramma species and strains recovered in pest moth eggs on local farms and will train and equip local biocontrol technicians to grow local strains.

The County Ag Commissioner or University extension agent can tell you the usual time of moth flight. Monitor during that time period with simple light traps, pheromone traps, or other methods to detect when moths are flying before they start laying eggs. This is when to call to arrange Trichogramma shipments. Continue to release Trichogramma until the adult moth counts decline. You may have a local Pest Control Advisor who has developed labor-saving techniques, such as ATV-mounted blowers or aerial release on local crops. Ask us for referrals.

Rate/Freq: (good timing, higher frequency during moth flight, more important factors than wasp numbers) Use generally ¼ card to 2 cards per acre weekly during moth flights, increasing with moth trap counts. For corn and tomatoes, use 1/10 card per acre per week. Part of your Trichogramma order can be packed cold so you can store for release every 3 or 4 days over a 2-week period.

Trichogramma pretiosum

available

Trichogramma brassicae

not available

Trichogramma platneri

not available

expect availability 04-08

Trichogramma minutum

not available

PRICE

Trichogramma

100K parasitized eggs/card

Each unit or tab has a built-in hook that fits over a quarter-inch stem. We make our cards from black card stock to optimize emergence

PRICE

PRICE

9.80