Ladybug invasion: Arctic Farmer releases 36,000 insects into greenhouse

SOMBA K'E/YELLOWKNIFE - Arctic Farmer Nursery has called in reinforcements to deal with pests in its greenhouse.
On 28 May 2010 a shipment of 36,000 ladybugs arrived charged with ridding the greenhouse of aphids.
Horticulturist Christian Frenette said the bugs were an eco and cost-friendly alternative to pesticides.
"Compared to spraying, they're way cheaper," he said. "They are just as effective as spraying for getting rid of aphids." The batch that arrived cost the business about $200.

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