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Happy New Year! And the Winners of the Top 10 New Products Contest Are...

It’s the calm before the storm here at Farm Equipment headquarters on New Year’s Eve. With our Precision Farming Dealer Summit set for Jan. 6-7 in Louisville, Ky., and the upcoming issue of Farm Equipment going to print just 2 weeks after that, January is always the most action-packed month of the year for us.

February is a close second with the National Farm Machinery Show and the World Ag Expo taking place at the same time on the week of Feb. 10 (apologies to my wife Alex, looks like I’ll be a little late for Valentine’s Day dinner). 2025 will start with a bang, and I can’t wait to check out some of the new technology on display at these shows, including the following winners of the World Ag Expo’s Top 10 New Products contest

3 in 1 Orchard Brush Rake-Shredder-Blower by HCL Machine Works

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Spider Mite Control with Predatory Mites (Neoseiulus californicus)

Video: Spider Mite Control with Predatory Mites (Neoseiulus californicus)

The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus is an effective natural enemy of various species of spider mites, including the two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae). As a key player in biological pest control, this predator helps growers protect their crops sustainably.

How does Neoseiulus californicus work?

•Specializes in targeting the larval and nymphal stages of spider mites.

•Also consumes spider mite eggs, ensuring population control.

•Detects prey through webbing and leaf damage rather than sight.

•Feeds by sucking out the contents of its prey.

Why use Neoseiulus californicus for spider mite control?

•Highly adaptable to different environments, including warm and dry conditions.

•Works as both a preventive and curative solution for spider mite infestations.

•Complements other predatory mites, such as Phytoseiulus persimilis, for integrated pest management (IPM).

•A natural, sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides.