The cost to control mites has also risen, along with the price of queen bees, which cost about $15 each, up from $10 three years ago.

Predatory mites are effective for controlling other mites.

Selamectin (Revolution) is a topical preventive likewise administered monthly; it also controls fleas, ticks, and mites.

Experts said the chemicals, used to control mites and other bugs, could damage the central nervous system.

It is used to control insects and mites in horticulture and agriculture, as well as in the home garden.

As an organic gardener I am, like Mr. Breland, unhappy with the widespread use of antibiotics to control mites.

It is primarily used to control aphids, mites, and thrips.

They are used in both horticulture and agriculture, where they are applied as a dilute spray on plant surfaces to control insects and mites.

Aldicarb, a pesticide used to control mites and nematodes that damage crops, has been withdrawn for use on bananas.

Chemical agents used to control ticks and mites include dusting sulfur and ivermectin.