Slow Release Sachets - 50 Californicus Sachet Pairs

Efficient and controlled predator mite deployment

Slow-release sachets offer a simple, effective way to introduce predatory mites into your crop environment, providing a continuous, gradual dispersal of beneficials over an extended period. Designed to protect and sustain mite populations, these sachets create a microhabitat where predatory mites can establish, reproduce, and migrate into the surrounding crop area naturally.

Ideal for managing persistent or widespread pest issues, slow-release sachets reduce the need for frequent reapplication by steadily releasing mites, ensuring prolonged pest control and improved crop health. This delivery method is compatible with various mite species and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.

Each sachet contains a population of predatory mites embedded in a carrier medium, typically bran or vermiculite, alongside a food source that supports mite survival until they disperse. Once placed in the crop canopy or on soil surfaces, mites gradually exit the sachet to seek out pest prey such as thrips, spider mites, or fungus gnats.

Key technical details:

Sachets maintain a controlled microclimate for mite development and reproduction.

Reduce labour and product usage by minimising repeated releases.

Extend the effectiveness of biological control over several weeks.

Compatible with multiple predatory mite species and IPM protocols.

Application:

Place sachets evenly throughout the crop at recommended intervals and locations depending on pest pressure and crop layout. Monitor pest and predator populations regularly to optimise timing and placement.

This sachet contains Californicus ( Neoseiulus californicus ) , a hardy predatory mite with a strong tolerance for dry conditions and variable temperatures. It preys on a wide variety of pest mites, including two-spotted spider mites ( Tetranychus urticae ), and will also feed on pollen and other prey when pest levels are low. Its adaptability and persistence make it an ideal choice for preventative applications or where climate conditions are less stable.

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