Is BotaniGard organic?

Is BotaniGard organic?

BotaniGard ES and 22WP are the conventional formulations and Mycotrol-O was the organic-approved formulation, all distributed by BioWorks, Inc. Mycotrol ESO and Mycotrol WPO are the two new organic-approved formulations of B. bassiana registered for various pests for different situations.

Is BotaniGard safe for humans?

Tough on bugs — SAFE for people, pets and plants! The applied spores attach to the insect, germinate and penetrate through the insect cuticle (skin). …

Is BotaniGard OMRI approved?

Beauveria bassiana is pathogenic to a wide range of arthropod pests and I have used both Mycotrol-O and the conventional formulations BotaniGard 22WP and BotaniGard ES in several studies against multiple pests over years. This means, Mycotrol-O will remain in OMRI approved status until further notification.

What is BotaniGard used for?

INSECT CONTROL BotaniGard 22WP is a biological insecticide for the control of adult and immature stages of aphids, thrips, whiteflies and more. BotaniGard 22WP even controls resistant strains such as Q-Biotype whitefly.

Who makes BotaniGard?

LAM International
BotaniGard MAXX® is a novel formulation (patent pending) developed by LAM International. The product is based on the Beauveria bassiana GHA strain and Refined Pyrethrum Extract, formulated together in an emulsifiable dispersable oil (OD) for the latest generation of biorationals for insect pest control.

Can you mix BotaniGard with nutrients?

Do not mix BotaniGard in concentrated fertilizer solutions. greenhouse, all troughs, and anything that contacts the plants. NOTE: Use caution when making BotaniGard applications to open blooms, especially on varieties known to be sensitive.

Is BotaniGard safe for bees?

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) approved the use of BotaniGard Maxx (pyrethrin + a fungicide, Beauveria bassiana) to control insect pests in hemp. Pyrethrins are broad-spectrum insecticides that are toxic to honey bees and other pollinators.

How do you use BotaniGard?

Apply ¼ to 1 quart BotaniGard ES per acre. Apply in sufficient water to thoroughly cover foliage infested with insects. For best results, apply in 5-10 gallons water per acre. Do not apply in less than 2 gallons water per acre.

How do you use BotaniGard es?

CUTTINGS DIP To prepare dip solution, thoroughly mix 1/2-1 oz BotaniGard ES per gallon of water, (5-10 oz. per 10 gallons water). Prepare only as much dip solution as can be used in one day. Do not use dip solution for more than one day.

What is a Mycoinsecticide?

What’s a mycoinsecticide? A mycoinsecticide is a microbial insecticide whose active ingredient is a living fungus that is pathogenic to insects or other arthropod pests. When the spores land on the insect’s cuticle, they receive cues to germinate, then penetrate the host, overwhelm its defences and kill it.

How do you mix BotaniGard?

To prepare dip solution, thoroughly mix ¼ – ½ oz. BotaniGard 22WP per gallon of water (2 ½ -5 oz. BotaniGard 22WP per 10 gallons water). Prepare only as much dip solution as can be used in one day.

Is BotaniGard Maxx safe?

SAFE. PROVEN. EFFECTIVE. BotaniGard MAXX is a biologically-based insecticide (combination myco- and botanical insecticide) with multiple modes of action for a quick knock-down and control of thrips, spider mites, weevils, whiteflies and more.