Anderline biological control agent
Anderline contains the predatory mite, Amblyseius andersoni, a versatile predator that feeds on various small arthropod pests and pollen. It provides excellent preventive protection for greenhouse and outdoor crops, including ornamentals, vegetables, and fruit crops.
Benefits of Anderline
- ✅Targeted: Predator of two-spotted spider mite, European red mites, broad mites, cyclamen mites, and russet mites.
- ✅Adaptable: Feeds on pollen and thrips larvae, allowing it to persist when pest mite populations decrease.
- ✅Temperature tolerant: Effective in a broader temperature range (6-40°C / 43-104°F) compared to other predatory mites.
- ✅Early application: Can be introduced early in the growing season due to its effectiveness at lower temperatures.
Main uses
Anderline is effective for the control of the following pests:
- Broad mite
- Cyclamen mite
- Two-spotted spider mite
- Carmine mite
- Tomato russet/rust mite
- European red mite
How it works
For best results, release Amblyseius andersoni when pest mite populations are low. The predatory mites feed on small colonies of pest mites, preventing them from growing into large populations that can cause major crop damage. While curative applications have been successful in some crops, such as cucumbers and ornamental plants, Anderline is most effective when used as a preventive control.
