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Quality control protocols for gall midges

Gall midges are the natural enemy of various species of aphids and can therefore be used as biological control agents. Different quality control protocols apply to different species of gall midges. In these protocols you will find topics such as guidelines and instructions for storage of these products and also a quick scan check. Based on this quick scan check you can assess the quality of the delivered material.
Gall midge
Kevin van Kester
Specialist Quality Controller | April 30, 2022 | 4 min. reading time
An overview of the protocols for each species of gall midge follows below:
  • Aphidoletes aphidimyza
  • Feltiella acarisuga

Biocel

To maintain an optimum level of quality of biological products after delivery, you can choose to use a biocel. This allows you to create optimal conditions for your products.  

Unsatisfactory quality

If the product does not meet quality standards, please contact the Biology Department. This can be done via e-mail or by phoning 0174 - 446 293.
The video above shows quality control on insects.  
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Quality control protocols for gall midges

Gall midges are the natural enemy of various species of aphids and can therefore be used as biological control agents. Different quality control protocols apply to different species of gall midges. In these protocols you will find topics such as guidelines and instructions for storage of these products and also a quick scan check. Based on this quick scan check you can assess the quality of the delivered material.
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Kevin van Kester
Kevin van Kester
Specialist Quality Controller | April 30, 2022 | 1 min. reading time
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Gall midge
An overview of the protocols for each species of gall midge follows below:
  • Aphidoletes aphidimyza
  • Feltiella acarisuga

Biocel

To maintain an optimum level of quality of biological products after delivery, you can choose to use a biocel. This allows you to create optimal conditions for your products.  

Unsatisfactory quality

If the product does not meet quality standards, please contact the Biology Department. This can be done via e-mail or by phoning 0174 - 446 293.
The video above shows quality control on insects.  
Contact form
Can't find your answer? Fill out the contact form and our specialist Kevin van Kester will get back to you. On weekdays, even within 24 hours.
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