New Organic Miticide Now Available
June 25, 2009 Monterey AgResources announced today that Biomite, a new organic miticide, is now available. The minimum-risk biochemical miticide fits in well with mite control programs, integrated pest management, and organic practices.
“There’s really no organic miticide on the market like this,“ said Randy Dodds, Manager of Organic Products for Monterey AgResources. “Biomite uses a novel mode of action which inhibits the development of resistance. Using Biomite to control mites is a logical choice for both organic production and for resistance management programs in conventional crops.”
Biomite controls mites such as broad, citrus rust, European red, Pacific, two-spotted. and Willamette. It is registered for use on apples, cucurbits, grapes, hops, nuts, pears, stone fruit, nursery, and ornamental crops. Biomite is most effective under cooler conditions earlier in the season and can be applied as soon as mites are identified on the plants or when conditions favor mite outbreaks.
Additional information on Biomite can be found at www.MontereyAgOrganics.com.
