Each sachet with hook contains 250 predatory mites and storage mites (all stages) mixed with carrier material /bran. Swirski Ulti-Mite is available in 100 or 500 sachets per box.
The sachet is made of a 100% industrial compostable foil. It satisfies the conditions of the 'Industrial compostable’ standard (certified by external party). The sachets can therefore be disposed of together with the crop waste.
Use Swirski Ulti-Mite for biological pest control of young larvae of various thrips species, eggs and larvae of whitefly (both Trialeurodes vaporariorum and Bemisia tabaci) and tarsonemid mites (Polyphagotarsonemus latus). Use Swirski Ulti-Mite as a preventive method and when the first signs of a pest appear.
How Swirski Ulti-Mite works
Adult predatory mites search for their prey or wait for it to pass by and subsequently feed on their prey.
How to use Swirski Ulti-Mite
Application
Use sachets as soon as possible after receipt
Hang sachets in sheltered locations on the crop (no direct sunlight).
Sachets can be placed directly into the crop (sachets already have an exit hole)
Handle sachets by the cardboard strip at the top; predatory mites are easily damaged
Best working conditions
The predatory mite is not susceptible to diapause and therefore can also be introduced during the winter time. It is tolerant to high temperatures; a swirskii population starts to develop when the temperatures during the day regularly exceed 20-22 °C.
Handling
Biological beneficials have a very short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced to the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative impact on their quality. In case you do need to store Swirski Ulti-Mite, please follow the instructions below. Koppert B.V. is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under incorrect conditions.
Storage after receipt: 1-2 days
Storage temperature: 10-15°C/50-60°F
In the dark
Provide ventilation to prevent CO2 accumulation
Dosage
The information given below is merely indicative. Tailored
advice can be provided if information is available on the
local factors that need to be taken into account, such as
the crop, the climate conditions and the level of infestation.
For the correct approach, please consult a Koppert specialist
or a recognized distributor of Koppert products.
Swirski Ulti-Mite
preventive
light curative
heavy curative
m2/unit
2,5
2,5
1
Interval (days)
28-42
28
28
Remarks
-
start when thrips or whitefly is present
infected areas only, always in combination with other beneficials
Important
Only use products that are permitted in your country/state and crop. Check local registration
requirements.
Koppert Biological Systems cannot be held liable for unauthorized use.
Koppert B.V. is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than
recommended and/or under incorrect conditions.
Side effects
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