Insectec

Insectec is a leader in the production of natural enemies and the implementation thereof in an integrated pest management system.

PRODUCTS

ANA-TEC

Anagyrus vladimiri

ANA-TEC targets a variety of mealybug species including the citrus mealybug (Planococcus citri), vine mealybug (Pseudococcus ficus), grape mealybug (Pseudococcus maritimus), obscure mealybug (Pseudococcus viburni) and the oleander mealybug (Paracoccus burnerae).

COCCI-TEC

Coccidoxenoides perminutus

COCCI-TEC mainly targets the smaller life stages of citrus mealybug (Planococcus citri) and vine mealybug (Pseudococcus ficus).

CRYPTO-TEC

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

CRYPTO-TEC is a generalist predator of mealybug and other soft scale insects. Adult beetles locate their prey by using visual and chemical signals, the white wax and honeydew secretions produced by mealybugs act as attractants and stimulate the beetles to lay eggs. All mobile life stages are voracious feeders and prey on all mealybug life stages. Each larva can consume up to 800 eggs or 250 nymphs or 30 adults in the duration of its development.

NEPH-TEC

Nephus kamburovi

NEPH-TEC is a generalist predator of mealybug feeding on the eggs and small life stages thereof. The adult beetles as well as the larval stages prey on mealybug.

Supporting Products

Magnifying glasses for scouting

Beneficial release kit – carry bag with a cooling compartment for easy and effective storage of beneficial insects while they are being released

Courses and materials

Citrus Scouting Course – an in-depth course covering the scouting procedure, pests and beneficials of citrus in South Africa. This course is held annually from July to September.

CRI Pest Identification booklet