Abstract
Amblyseius swirskii is a generalist predator, widely known for its biocontrol potential against multiple pests (mites, thrips, and whiteflies) of nursery and greenhouse crops. The objective of this study was to evaluate susceptibility of A. swirskii to conventional insecticides known to be effective against various greenhouse pests. The trial was conducted on an ornamental pepper cultivar “Masquerade” at U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory, Florida to identify A. swirskii- compatible pesticides. Pepper plants were grown from seed in Fafard Pro-Mix (Canadian Formula; Conrad Fafard, Inc., Agawam, MA 01001-2907) medium in seedling trays and transplanted in 10.1 cm-diameter plastic pots when seedlings were ∼5-wk old. Plants …
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