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Biocontrol in
Biologically effective against the tomato leafminer
The parasitic wasp Trichogramma achaea is a natural and efficient antagonist of various pests, such as Tuta absoluta, Chrysodeixis chalcites, Helicoverpa armigera or Duponchelia spp. As an egg parasitoid, it lays its eggs directly into the eggs of the butterfly. The growing parasitoid develops inside the host egg and kills the host before hatching. Instead of the caterpillar, a new parasitoid now hatches. In addition, the adult T. achaeae feeds on the eggs of the tomato leafminer.
When applied in time, a very high proportion of the pest eggs are parasitized and thus controlled. The aim of using TRICHOCARE® is to reduce the pests to below the economic damage threshold.
Applying TRICHOCARE® in the greenhouse
TRICHOCARE® can be used in ornamental plants and vegetable crops. We offer you two well-established product variants:
TRICHOSAFE® balls
Loose material
TRICHOCARE® prevents damage caused by the tomato leafminer moth, Tuta absoluta, for example.
Application strategies
A preventive introduction strategy consists of releasing 15-20 parasitic wasps/m² weekly before the caterpillars are expected to emerge.
A curative release strategy consists of releasing 25-30 parasitic wasps/m² weekly or every other week.