Biocontrol of Two-Spotted Spidermite

Project Overview

FNE95-090
Project Type: Farmer
Funds awarded in 1995: $500.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/1995
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $750.00
Region: Northeast
State: New York
Project Leader:

Commodities

  • Additional Plants: ornamentals

Practices

  • Pest Management: general pest management

    Proposal summary:

    Craig Kawasaki will test a predatory mite for control of two-spotted spider mites in his greenhouse. His project is designed to help greenhouse growers of ornamental plants learn about using beneficial biology to control pests.

    Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture or SARE.