Associates Insectary is excited to announce its support for Sespe Creek Insectary’s production of Aphytis melinus,??Associates Insectary is providing the scale insects necessary for Sespe Creek’s Aphytis rearing program, helping ensure a reliable and steady supply of this important biocontrol agent for growers. Sespe Creek Insectary, located in Lindsay, CA, specializes in producing Aphytis melinus, a key parasitic wasp used for biological control of California red scale and other armored scale pests. This partnership exemplifies Associates Insectary’s ongoing mission to strengthen the availability of biocontrols and advance sustainable pest management practices in agriculture.
关于我们
The Insectary has continually expanded its facilities and production capacity over the past 95 years. We are the leading producer of “Mealybug Destroyer” beetles, Californicus predatory mites and Aphytis melinus parasites in the country. While most of our predators and parasites are used to combat pests in our Member’s groves, increasing numbers of our “Good Bugs” are being sold to outside sources. We have become one of the largest domestic suppliers of beneficial organisms to resale distributors and growers across North America. Rearing predators and parasites requires that we operate 365 days a year. The Insectary raises about two million organisms each day. That equates to 500-800 million beneficial organisms grown here each year. In addition to raising Cryptolaemus or “Mealybug Destroyer” beetles as we like to call them, our staff of highly trained individuals also raises several other species of beneficial organisms including: Neoseiulus californicus, a predatory mite is reared to help control mites in avocado groves and many other crops; and Aphytis melinus, a tiny wasp that parasitizes hard scale insects. Many of these beneficial insects are raised in the same buildings constructed and used when the Insectary was first founded in 1928.
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https://www.associatesinsectary.com
Associates Insectary的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 农业
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- Santa Paula，California
- 类型
- 私人持股
- 创立
- 1928
- 领域
- Beneficial Organisms、Mealybug Destroyer Beetles、Agricultural Pest Control、Integrated Pest Management、Citrus、Avocados和Vineyards
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1400 E Santa Paula St
US，California，Santa Paula，93060
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Associates Insectary is pleased to announce a partnership with Rincon-Vitova for the 2025 season to support their production of Lindorus lophanthae, a predator beetle highly effective in controlling armored scale insects. Through this collaboration, Associates Insectary will assist Rincon-Vitova in scaling production, ensuring growers have greater access to this critical biocontrol tool. Lindorus beetles are recognized as an essential resource for managing hard scale populations, offering a sustainable alternative to chemical controls. They are known as the Scale Destroyer for a reason! This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing environmentally friendly pest management practices. Message us for more information!
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Associates Insectary is excited to announce a new partnership with @biotactics for the 2025 season. As a rearing partner, Associates Insectary will focus on the production of pest mite eggs and predator mites for Biotactics, increasing the availability of locally reared solutions for growers seeking effective pest management tools. Biotactics specializes in rearing the following beneficial mites: ?????????Phytoseiulus persimilis – Effective against spider mites ?????????Neoseiulus californicus – Broad-spectrum mite control ?????????Galendromus occidentalis – Effective against spider mites in warm climates ?????Neoseiulus Fallacius - Broad Soectrum spider mite control with good over wintering ability. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture and delivering high-quality biocontrol solutions to the growers. Reach out to us for more information!!
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Associates Insectary has new ownership! As we step into a new era of ownership, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the previous leadership for their dedication and hard work that have built and sustained this company over the past 100 years. Their trusted practices, values, and commitment to quality have set a strong foundation, and we’re honored to carry that legacy forward. With the same skilled team, we remain committed to delivering the exceptional standards that have earned your trust and to preserving the traditions that have made our company a cornerstone in the beneficial organism industry supporting healthy, sustainable agricultural practices. To every grower and partner who has been with us every step of the way—thank you. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to continue this journey together!
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