Microbe applications to soil lead to prey-mediated effects on predatory mite with potential for a detrimental biocontrol outcome.

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how soil-introduced biocontrol microbes impact predatory mites across different trophic levels.
• Introduced biocontrol microbes to soil environments
• Observed interactions between microbes and predatory mites
• Assessed ecological risks associated with these interactions
• Biocontrol microbes influenced the behavior and outcomes for predatory mites
• Non-target effects were noted, indicating potential risks
• Findings highlight the need for careful assessment in pest management strategies