Use for
Pests
Southern green stinkbug (Nezara viridula) & Two spotted stinkbug (Bathycoelia distincta)
Crops
Macadamia, citrus, avocado, vegetables
How it works
Mode of action
Adult female parasitic wasps of Trissolcus basalis lay an egg in a host egg. Larvae develop inside the host egg, and after pupation the adult emerges from the host egg by biting a hole in the lid of the stink bug egg.
Visual effect
Parasitised host eggs turn beige-brown after about a week and shiny grey-black after about 10-12 days. Nezara eggs from which Trissolcus has emerged have an opening with a serrated edge. Unparasitised eggs have a nice round edge.
Product specifications
| Pack size | 100 wasps. |
| Presentation | 50 ml cardboard tube. |
| Carrier | No carrier material. |
| Developmental stage | Adult. |
| Food | Sugar patch. |
Directions for use
Application
Hang carboard tube in a tree in the orchard or crop. Apply as illustrated on label.
Dosage
The release of Greenshield should be done once stinkbug eggs are laid or preferably 2 weeks in advance. Release 100 wasps per hectare every 4 to 6 weeks for the period that either stinkbug egg laying takes place, or the nuts or fruits are prone to damage. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation.
Environmental conditions
Trissolcus basalis is most effective at temperatures between 20°C and 30°C (77 and 86°F).
Side effects
Pesticides can have (in)direct effects on biological solutions. Find out which pesticides have side effects on this product.
Product handling
Storage time after receipt
1-2 days.
Storage temperature
8-10°C/47-50°F.
Storage conditions
In the dark.
Downloads
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