Canadian-grown expertise. Naturally.2026–2027 catalogue
Orius insidiosus
Beneficial insects

Orius insidiosus

Minute pirate bug

Nymphs and adults attack both thrips larvae and adults throughout the canopy, extending control beyond the first larval instars.

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CAD prices checked 2026-09-19. Prices are a snapshot; availability is not live.

Bottle
CA$ 60.00per pack
Bottle
CA$ 111.00per pack
Bottle
CA$ 290.00per pack
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The source shop lists a Thursday 21:00 cutoff (labelled EST) for next-week delivery. Confirm production and delivery timing with Anatis.

Your requested delivery week is unconfirmed. Production lead time and transit time are separate.

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What does it target?
Thrips
Where might it fit?
Explore documented predators and blends for exposed stages in the foliage.

Discuss your crop and production setting with a specialist to confirm suitability.

Which conditions matter?
Optimal conditions: 20–30°C and 60–70% relative humidity, with light ventilation. Enters diapause with less than 12 hours of light.
What should I confirm before ordering?
Some source rate details require clarification. Ask Anatis to confirm the introduction program; no disputed rates are reproduced here. Confirm the supplied format, quantity, release timing and delivery schedule.
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Handle carefully and distribute onto or at the base of infested plants. Flowering plants and pollen help establishment. Review pesticide compatibility before and after release with your specialist.

Ask Anatis to confirm introduction rates for your crop and production area.

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Use as soon as received. Confirm any short-term holding arrangements with Anatis.

PRODUCT RESOURCE

Technical sheet

Application and handling information for this solution.

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Planning your order

Living beneficials are produced to order. There can be a week between ordering and delivery; confirm the schedule with the team before planning releases.

Transit is generally 24–48 hours after dispatch, depending on location. Production lead time and transit time are separate. Collection must be arranged in advance; there is no walk-in store with standing inventory.

Discuss the suitable formulation, quantity and timing when requesting a quote. Use the handling instructions for the product you receive.

FAQ
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Catalogue revision
2026–2027 · English v8 · PDF pages 8
Website content reviewed
Product resource
Orius_Insidious-202503-EN.pdf ↓
Technical sheet revision
See the revision printed in the original PDF. A date in the filename is not necessarily the document revision.

The website review date is separate from the document revision. Product-specific instructions and unresolved questions should be confirmed with Anatis.

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