ASTM-E2360 › Specification for Cryptolaemus montrouzieri Mulsant (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) (Withdrawn 2019)
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This specification covers information on and the test method for determining the purity, sex ratio, and number of adults in shipments of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Order Coleoptera; Family Coccinellidae). Because the efficacy of the biological control of mealybug by C. montrouzieri depends on accurate release numbers, presence of male and female species, and absence of live product contaminants, accurate packaging and maintenance of purity and viability of C. montrouzieri shipments is, therefore, essential for the effective management of the target pests. This specification is intended for use by producers and end-users of the specified biological control agent.
Scope
1.1 This specification covers information on and the test method for determining purity, sex ratio, and number of adults in shipments of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
Significance and Use
The efficacy of mealybug control by C. montrouzieri depends on accurate release numbers of beetles, presence of male and female beetles, and absence of live product contaminants. Accurate packaging and maintenance of purity and viability of C. montrouzieri shipments is, therefore, essential for the effective management of the target pest. This test method is intended for use by producers and end-users of the specified biological control agent. It is complementary to the quality guidelines for Cryptolaemus montrouzieri .
Keywords
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri; mealybugs; predatory beetle; ICS Number Code 07.080 (Biology. Botany. Zoology)
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Document Number
ASTM-E2360-04(2010)
Revision Level
2004 R10 EDITION
Status
Cancelled
Modification Type
Withdrawn
Publication Date
Nov. 1, 2010
Document Type
Specification
Page Count
2 pages
Committee Number
E35.30