Evaluation of two predatory mites and acaricide to suppress Tetranychus urticae (Acari: Tetranychidae) on strawberry

Abstract Background The two-spotted spider mite, Tetranychus urticae Koch (Acari: Tetranychidae), is a major pest of strawberry. It was necessary to control this mite that can reducing the quality and quantity fruits. In regard, effect ZORO acaricide, Neoseiulus californicus (McGregor) Amblyseius swirskii Athias-Henriot for suppressing naturally occurring T. populations on three strawberry cultivars were investigated. Results two predatory mites treatments significantly suppressed below in all tested cultivars. most cases current study, lower numbers generally observed N. compared A. treatment. cultivars, overall mean reduction percentages not statistically different, higher than Conclusion present results suggested release application acaricide could be promising strategies controlling strawberry, although appears more competent tactic acaricide.