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Beneficial Insects IPM

๐ŸŒฟ Cultivation First mentioned: Ep. 210

Integrated pest management strategy using predatory insects (rove beetles, hypoaspis mites, cucumeris, swirskii, orius) to control cannabis pests like thrips, spider mites, and broad mites in living soil and indoor grows.

Panel discussed extensively. Jenn Doe (SPEAKER_01) emphasized contacting beneficial insect suppliers for proper diagnosis. Orius bugs need 18 hours light so they go dormant in 12/12 flower. Arbico Organics mentioned as reliable supplier with feeder mites included. Risk of overpopulating beneficials and swapping one pest problem for another. GML argued UVC will replace beneficials within 3 years commercially. Cost about $120 per 3 months for home growers.

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