It is sold as BotanicGard ES , Naturalis-O and Mycotrol WP . Orthene is a nasty product that is sometimes used on some research plants where there can be no leaf damage from thrips. Orthene generally provides good control. However, it is not compatible with biological controls. Please note, when using any pesticide - always read and follow the label directions.
Biological controls are also commercially available for a number of greenhouse pests.
The Australian lady beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri can provide good control of mealybugs. Predatory mites are available to control pest mites, thrips and other pest insects. The tiny wasp Encarsia formosa can very effectively control whiteflies. Biological controls can provide adequate control in many cases but their use requires careful monitoring of the populations of both the pest and beneficial insect. Biological control agents generally need to be introduced while pest populations are low or it may not be possible to achieve adequate levels of control.