Spidend 250 in 550ml plastic cup
Close up image of spidend insect: Feltiella acarisuga
Spidend 250 in 550ml plastic cup
Close up image of spidend insect: Feltiella acarisuga

Spidend

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Feltiella acarisuga – Gall Midge

How It Works: Adult Feltiella acarisuga emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the spider mite colonies. After emerging from the eggs, the larvae consume the spider mites. 

Target Pests: Controls all stages of spider mites.

Best Use: In spider mite hotspots. 

Shelf Life: within 1-2 days of receipt.

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Important Information for Use:

  • Activation Time: This product begins feeding on spider mites 14-21 days after introduction.
  • Not for Prevention: It should not be used as a preventative measure against spider mites. A sufficient spider mite population is required for reproduction.
  • Environmental Conditions: Requires humidity levels above 70% for optimal performance.
  • Activity Cycle: Gall midges are active at night.
  • Chemical Sensitivity: This product is highly sensitive to chemical treatments. Use Koppert One to check compatibility before use.

Step 1: Arrival 

Upon arrival, please ensure that you place the product out immediately or within 1-2 days of receipt. Do not store the product in the refrigerator; instead, place the buckets in a cool, dark location at around 14°C until use.

Step 2: Placement 

Make a hole in the lid and place the container in your growing space. Protect against sunlight and water. Leave the container in place for at least two weeks.

How to use Spidend from Koppert

Step 3: Repeat Applications

To keep this predatory gall midge in your crop, you will want to introduce additional bottles on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.

What to Expect Upon Arrival:

  • Buckets will be packed in a protective eco box with ice packs and buffer packs to ensure safe transport.
  • You may notice little movement upon arrival. This is normal, as the pupae may not have hatched yet during transport.

Most of our products contain living organisms; therefore, we must follow specific procedures to guarantee their safe transportation from our door to yours.

  • All orders received before Wednesday (3:00 pm EST) will ship the following week.
  • If there is a holiday the ship day will be delayed one (1) business day.
  • Orders are not shipped or delivered on Sundays or holidays.
  • We do not ship to P.O. boxes. Have your order sent to a physical address or direct to a UPS/Purolator Depot.
  • We do not ship to territories.
  • We do not offer local pickup for any purchases made on our website.

Due to wildlife regulations in Newfoundland and Labrador, we require a copy of your permit to possess & import live wildlife before we can send you beneficial insects. If you are unaware of these regulations please contact [email protected], and we will send you the correct information to reach out to your government.

If you are exempt from any government or provincial taxes, please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

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