In the strawberry cultivation industry, machines that automatically distribute beneficial insects into the crops have been operational for two years. The Entomatic, a machine developed through a collaboration between Biobest and Hortiworld, has now also been adapted for vertically grown crops. The Entomatic RD, which stands for row dispenser, was showcased for the first time at the recent HortiContact event.
Fully automated introduction of predatory mites into the crop is possible with the Entomatic. The system replaces a labor-intensive process and ensures a good distribution of the predatory mites in the crop. “With very low mortality,” says Gert-Jan Dillo of Biobest, which developed the device. Growers of strawberries and gerberas, among others, are enthusiastic about the Entomatic.
We are proud to announce the successful commissioning of Australia’s first Entomatic™ automated beneficial release system at Berry Sweet in Bullsbrook, WA. Tested on strawberry and raspberry crops, the Entomatic™ uses gentle airflow to release beneficial organisms, ensuring consistent coverage and saving time. The Entomatic™ is ideal for releasing the predatory mites Cucumeris, Californicus, Montdorensis, and Persimilis, as well as Orius.
