Trichogramma
Beneficial Insectary
Trichogramma is a parasitoid micro-wasp highly effective at combating textile and pantry moths. It lays its eggs inside those of the moths. The moths never hatch, and instead, new Trichogramma emerge, ready to repeat the cycle.
This product is offered in the form of egg cards. It serves as an alternative to chemical pesticides and is perfectly suitable for residential and commercial environments as well as the food industry. Hatching occurs after three to ten days at room temperature.
Specifications
| Ideal temperature 18°C – 30°C |
| Ideal humidity 40% – 80% |
| Introduction frequency Every week |
| Storage Refrigerator |
| Use Immediately |
Method
For treatment
One card per 270 square feet, every week for a minimum of eight weeks.
One card per 270 square feet, every week for a minimum of eight weeks.
Instructions
- Place the cards near the infested areas.
- Store unused cards in the refrigerator for up to four weeks.
- Use in the order indicated on the cards.
Precautions
- The treatment with trichogramma should span over a minimum of eight weeks, and the cards can be stored for four weeks. Plan for two orders of four introductions each for the complete treatment.
- Do not open the cards.
- Do not freeze.
Questions
Can I use trichogrammas at home ?
Yes, trichogrammas are perfectly suitable for home use.
Can trichogrammas proliferate in my home ?
No, trichogrammas require specific environmental conditions and a large quantity of prey to reproduce. These conditions are not met in a home setting.
I think my trichogrammas did not hatch, is this normal ?
The eggs inside the cards are practically identical before and after emergence, and it is normal to observe no visible difference. The main sign of emergence is the presence of trichogramma wasps on the cards before they disperse.
I don't see the trichogrammas I introduced, is this normal ?
Trichogrammas may take up to ten days to emerge after the cards have been installed. The wasps are usually visible on the cards following emergence, then disperse and become difficult to observe.
Are there any risks associated with using trichogrammas ?
Trichogrammas pose no danger to humans or pets. These micro-wasps do not sting.