predatory mites suggestions, please

[jamserg]

If you have experience with using predatory mites please let me know which ones to buy (I'm in Tulsa and temps 90-100) and the best place to buy them. Thanks

[kurt]

http://www.arbico-organics.com/categ...er-guide-mites This is where I get my bugs.Call them for specifics

[jamserg]

ok, which ones did you get?

[kurt]

http://www.benemite.com/benelist.htm Hers another for smaller orders.Some p-mites do not do good in maters(maters have a toxin within itself for some bugs)I like minute pirate bugs since they do a broad spectrum of pests for me in S Florida.Depends on what kind of plant,how many plants,what kind of pest ,a large infestation, just seasonal control overwintering survival.But they do work and beats the cost of chemicals,The chemical controls kill all the beneficials that starts the out of balance pests in the first place.Make some calls if you can,tell them which bug you got problem with,climates,temps,crop etc.

[jamserg]

thanks, will definitely try pirate bug next year (not cheap though) to keep enemies under control

[kurt]

Just keep in mind the release rates that are recommended.Also your local county/state agricultural departments will have recomendations.I gave you only two sites that are out there.I know there are some that have some 10-15/bug release type items I saw on a thread here,go to the search block and it might show up.Good Luck.