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    Beneficial insects

    Adalia bipunctata

    Adalia bipunctata, commonly known as the two-spot ladybird or ladybug, is a beneficial insect. Ladybugs are often used as biological control agents in agriculture and gardening.

    Aphidius colemani

    Aphidius colemani is a generalist parasitoid wasp that is highly effective in controlling peach aphid (Myzus persicae) and melon or cotton aphid (Aphis gossypil). Used extensively in ornamental and greenhouse vegetable crops.

    Aphidius Ervi

    Aphidius ervi is an effective natural solution to two common aphid pests - Macrosiphum euphorbiaea and Aulacorthum solani. Standing twice as large as its cousins, this impressive agent offers wider search capabilities while protecting crops from damaging insect invasions. Furthermore, its ability to remain active in cooler temperatures makes it a particularly advantageous asset – making crop maintenance easier!

    Aphidius matricariae

    Aphidius matricariae is a parasitoid wasp specializing in the control of the Green Peach Aphid (Myzus persicae) and is also used to control the Cannabis Aphid (Phorodon cannabis).

    Aphidoletes aphidimyza

    Aphidoletes aphidimyza is the perfect answer to pesky pests such as aphids on a variety of crops. This powerful solution can protect melons, cabbages, beans, peaches, carrots and foxgloves with ease!

    Chrysoperla carnea

    Chrysoperla carnea is an essential predator in agricultural crops and gardens, providing natural pest control by consuming large numbers of aphids, thrips and whiteflies. With its voracious larvae leading the charge against insect pests, this beneficial predatory species can provide significant relief to crop producers while also promoting healthy ecosystems as they feed on nectar and pollen for pollination.

    Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

    Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, also known as the "Mealybug Destroyer," is an excellent addition to any garden! Thanks to its powerful predatory abilities in both adult and larval stages, your plants will no longer have to worry about aphids or mealybugs.

    Dalotia coriaria

    The beneficial insect Dalotia coriaria feeds on small invertebrates on the ground (shore flies, fungus gnat, midge, collembola, root mealybug, aphid and mite pest), vegetable greenhouse crops, mushrooms, potted plants and nursery.

    Delphastus catalinae

    Beneficial insect Delphastus catalinae is an excellent agent against whiteflies. This biological control product can be used for reducing infestations in ornamental greenhouse crops, vegetables and interior fittings.

    Dicyphus hesperus

    Dicyphus hesperus is a beneficial insect ally for many farmers and greenhouses, successfully aiding in the control of whitefly and thrips infestations. This natural product has been employed to great effect throughout tropical, semi-tropical, and vegetable ornamental crops.

    Encarsia formosa

    For over 100 years, Encarsia formosa has provided a natural solution to pest problems in greenhouses. This parasitic wasp works actively and effectively against greenhouse whiteflies that commonly affect tomatoes, cucumbers peppers and eggplants while providing commercial growers with an eco-friendly alternative beneficial insect control product.

    Eretmocerus eremicus

    Due to its resistance to pesticides and to higher temperatures, Eretmocerus eremicus is incredibly effective against the greenhouse whitefly Trialeurodes vaporariorum or the tobacco whitefly (Bemisia tabaci). Used in combination with Encarsia formosa, excellent results are obtained.

    Eupeodes americanus

    The American hoverfly - Eupeodes americanus - is an incredible insect, with the larva capable of consuming up to 300 aphids during its growth! In adulthood they become skilled nectar-feeders and display great flying ability.

    Lindorus lopanthae

    Native to Australia, the Lindorus lophanthae ladybug is a very underutilized agent in Quebec. Covered in dense hair, its prothorax is orange in color. It is used for the control and management of various scale insects.

    Micromus variegatus

    If you're fighting a pesky aphid problem in the greenhouse, consider enlisting the help of an amazing ally: Micromus variegatus. This powerful insect presents an effective solution - even at low temperatures. Plus, its curative control isn't limited to just one type of vegetable; it can be used on tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuces and potatoes for maximum coverage against those annoying pests!

    Orius insidiosus

    Orius insidiosus is a small predatory bug that measures 2-2.5mm long. It is black in colour with white wing patches and oval shaped.
    The adults and juveniles are very voracious generalist predators. They feed on all mobile stages of thrips, spider mites, aphids, whiteflies and other soft bodied pests.

    Podisus maculiventris

    The predatory Podisus maculiventris bug serves as a powerful yet eco-friendly biological control agent against destructive caterpillar and beetle pests that threaten greenhouse and field crops. This beneficial insect voraciously feeds on numerous harmful crop-devouring larvae and beetles, helping growers avoid the use of toxic pesticides while maintaining healthy harvests. Its prowess as an organic pest management tool makes the Podisus maculiventris bug a potent guardian of sustainable agriculture.

    Stethorus punctillum

    Stethorus punctillum is a little black beetle to control two-spotted mites, mites spruce, red spider mites. This biological control product is used for cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, marijuana, cannabis and ornemantal plants.

    Tricho-Corn®

    Tricho-Corn® is a powerful biological solution to fight against pests such as the corn earworm. Nature provides its own defense in the form of small wasps called trichogramma, which are highly effective against several species that can threaten vegetable crops.

    Tricho-Fruits®

    Tricho-Fruits® is a revolutionary biological solution to stop moth infestations in berries and fruit trees.

    Tricho-Gard® – Alliums

    Tricho-Gard® - Alliums features a powerful ally in the fight against leek moth infestations - the Trichogramma brassicae wasp. This tiny insect is effective at naturally reducing populations of these pests on garlic, onions, leeks and other alliaceous crops without relying on harsh chemical interventions.

    Tricho-Gard® – Crucifers

    Tricho-Gard® - Crucifers - Trichogramma brassicae - has been a preferred strategy for many years, offering crucifer producers an effective and sustainable method of pest control. As a natural alternative to conventional insecticides, this hardy species effectively eliminates pyralid eggs in greenhouse crops without harming the environment.

    Tricho-Mite®

    Trichogramma wasps contained in Tricho-Mite® are a nature-made solution for protecting our pantries and wardrobes from pesky flour, clothing, and textile moths! Not only do they guard against infestations – but this eco-friendly pest control treatment requires very little effort on your part.

    Tricho-Mix®

    Tricho-Mix® are the right tool for growers who wish to stop defoliators from devastating their crops, Trichogrammes offer a powerful solution. These parasitoids target destructive butterfly eggs and prevent them from hatching into problematic caterpillars. This method is an excellent aid for protecting tomato plants, cucumbers, peppers – as well as ornamentals!

    Tricho-Pepper®

    Tricho-Pepper® - Trichogramma ostriniae - has been a revolutionary solution to combat corn earworm infestations in pepper, chili and other related crops across greenhouses, fields and tunnels.

    Biofertilizer

    Soil Activator

    The Soil Activator is a revolutionary natural biofertilizer that helps to revitalize the soil and strengthen crops from root to leaf. It can be applied to any crop as well as in your garden!

    Biofungicides

    Cyclone

    Cyclone protects from various fungal diseases. This powerful bio-fungicide, formulated with citric acid, effectively target common fungal diseases such as powdery mildew on cucumbers, cannabis and ornamentals grown in greenhouses for lasting results. For commercial use only.

    Influence LC

    Influence LC is an innovative liquid formulation that harnesses the power of garlic, capable of suppressing powdery mildew on Cannabis, cucurbits and tomatoes, plus commercial indoor productions. Its potency makes it an essential tool for tackling this fungi.

    Tivano

    Tivano offers the ideal solution to get rid of powdery mildew, black spot and more. This registered lacto-fermented fungicide and bactericide is making it both safe and effective on cucurbits (cucumbers, squash & pumpkins), strawberries grown in greenhouses or outdoors as well as roses and ornamentals!

    Bioinsecticides

    BioCeres® EC

    BioCeres® EC is a bioinsecticide based on the fungus Beauveria bassiana, used against whiteflies, aphids, and thrips in greenhouse vegetable and ornamental crops. It is only available for commercial agricultural production.

    BioCeres® WP

    Eliminate pests quickly and safely with BioCeres® WP, a powerful tool for controlling whiteflies, aphids and thrips at all stages of growth. This revolutionary solution works within the insect's body to feed on its internal organs until death. Plus, you get a 4-hour REI window and 0-day preharvest interval making it perfect any type of crop from foliar spray.

    Bioprotec PLUS

    Bioprotect PLUS is a foliar bio-insecticide that kills caterpillars containing a strain of Bacillus thuringiensis var. Kurstaki. Available for commercial production only.

    BioTitan GR

    Keep your lawn and crops safe with BioTitan® GR, a powerful organic mycoinsecticide! This advanced solution is proven to control chinch bugs, European chafer larvae (grubs), and Japanese beetles - safeguarding your land against unwanted pests.

    BioTitan WP

    BioTitan® WP is the first natural mycoinsecticide registered for field crops in Canada - Organic certification. BioTitan® WP is a wettable powder formulation containing live spores of the naturally occurring fungus Beauveria bassiana strain ANT-03 as the active ingredient. This strain was found in Canadian soil.

    Nematodes

    BioHb

    BioHb offers a powerful solution to agricultural pests through the use of Heterorhabditis bacteriophora juveniles. These nematodes seek out pest larvae and both infect them with bacteria that effectively cause septicemia, resulting in death within just 2-3 days - an incredibly effective way to protect crops from destruction due to insects.

    BioSc

    BioSc is a powerful ally for your garden and agricultural battle against damaging insect pests. It contains an infective form of Steinernema carpocapsae, called juvenile nematodes, in a non-active carrier to help combat these unwanted infestations.

    BioSf

    BioSf is a powerful nematode solution containing Steinernema feltiae, which are active predators that locate larvae and invade through natural body openings. After injecting an insect with bacteria, the larva will die from septicaemia within 2-3 days - allowing thousands of new lifeforms to emerge for further pest control.

    nemaplus® Depot P

    nemaplus® Depot P provides powerful protection for all types of crops, thanks to its capsules that release thousands of beneficial nematodes. These tiny organisms become active in no time - their alginate shell decomposes within a week, allowing them to start protecting your crops!

    Nematodes – Lawn Guardian

    Lawn Guardian nematodes are biological agents that regulate soil-dwelling larval populations such as the Japanese beetle and June beetles.

    Nematodes Mined

    Combat your crop's pest infestations with ease using Nematodes Mined, a powerful biological solution! This microscopic resource is the perfect way to quickly and effectively protect vegetable, cannabis and ornamental crops.

    Nematodes Sentry

    Nematodes Sentry are beneficial form of organic pest control, providing effective protection to seedlings, transplants in mushroom beds or herbal gardens against troublesome sciarid flies, potting flies, shore flies thrips and leaf miners - eliminating the need for harsh chemicals while keeping your produce healthy.

    Plants

    Banker plants

    Banker plants can be a preferred host for the pests and provide a food source for the natural enemies, such as predatory insects and parasitic wasps. The natural enemies are then released into the adjacent crop to control the pest population. Banker plants can also serve as a habitat for the natural enemies, allowing them to reproduce and increase in number.

    Predatory mites

    Amblyseius swirskii

    Amblyseius swirskii is a predatory mite used to control pests such as thrips, whiteflies, and spider mites. It is often used in organic agriculture because it is a generalist predator that will attack anything soft bodied and small when hungry.

    Anystis baccarum

    Anystis baccarum is a remarkable and voracious predatory mite capable of capturing its preys with ease. It feeds on a vast range of pest species, such as thrips, aphids, spider mites, white flies… basically any bugs smaller than it - it's an incredibly efficient hunter!

    Gaeolaelaps gillespiei

    Gaeolaelaps gillespiei proves an effective natural ally for growers of cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce or mushrooms. This special soil mite has been proven to reduce levels of potting flies and thrips by more than half in greenhouses - a safe and sustainable pest management solution that is sure to benefit farmers everywhere!

    Neoseiulus californicus

    Neoseiulus californicus is a powerful ally in the fight against spider mites and mites, which makes it ideal for maintaining healthy ornamental plants, fruits and vegetables and cannabis crops.

    Neoseiulus cucumeris 

    Neoseiulus cucumeris is a powerful ally in pest control, effective at controlling thrips and tarsonemids. Beneficial to greenhouses and gardens for crops like tomatoes, peppers and more - this versatile species can help keep your plants pest outbreak.

    Neoseiulus fallacis

    Neoseiulus fallacis, a beneficial predatory mite native to Quebec, acts as an effective guardian for various crops like peppers and strawberries. This unassuming creature has the power to protect against common pests such as spider mites and red spiders - while conserving precious biodiversity at the same time!

    Phytoseiulus persimilis

    Phytoseiulus persimilis is a natural ally for growers and gardeners looking to protect their crops against two-spotted spider mites! This predatory mite offers powerful control when it comes to combating these pests on an array of vegetables like cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes and eggplant as well as cannabis plants in nurseries or ornamentals.

    Stratiolaelaps scimitus

    Stratiolaelaps scimitus controls thrips, fungus gnats and cleans the soil in cannabis, vegetable and ornamental productions.

    Traps

    Blue sticky traps

    The blue sticky traps use a non-toxic material to attract pests. The pests are stuck to the adhesive substance, allowing for careful monitoring and control measures in your crops.

    Yellow sticky traps

    Keep your greenhouses protected from unwelcome pest intruders with yellow sticky traps. An easy, non-toxic solution to manage infestations quickly and effectively!