Description :
Dichochrysa astur are excellent additions to organic pest management program, providing benefits throughout the growing season. Larvae are attacking predators of soft-bodied insect while the Adults feed on nectar, pollen, honey and pollinator.
After hatched, green lacewing larvae roam plant foliage looking for prey – pest eggs, nymphs or adults. They feed for 2-3 weeks, spin a cocoon, and emerge as adults 3-4 days later and survive 14 -20 days. 25- 30 days after the releases, repeating the life cycle and obtained to maximum control of insect pest.
Target pests :
Rugose whitefly in coconut and banana, mealy bug in tapioca, mango and guava, cotton whitefly
Recommended dosage :
15,0000 eggs/ha
No. of release recommended :
Twice during the season with an interval of 15 days
Cost per unit:
Rs.300/ egg cards (1000 egg)