Abstract: The invention relates to biodegradable particles and compositions comprising biodegradable particles comprising at least one active ingredient. At least one active ingredient may be inside, throughout, or outside of the biodegradable particle. The at least one active ingredient may be at least one of a pesticide, a dye, an arthropod attractant, an arthropod repellent, an arthropod nutrition supplement, an enhancer of arthropod pest resistance, an enhancer of plant arthropod resistance, an enhancer of plant sprouting and development, a food supplement for mammal consumption, or a combination thereof. The invention further relates to methods for preparing such biodegradable microparticles and compositions, methods of using such biodegradable microparticles and compositions, and kits comprising such biodegradable microparticles and compositions.

Abstract: The arthropod trap has a base with a plurality of sides that angle upwardly and inwardly toward a capture area in the center of the base. Multiple outwardly-projecting fins are disposed on or adjacent to the sides of the base. The fins also angle upwardly toward the capture area so that the fins guide arthropods into the capture area. The capture area includes a pitfall so that the arthropods topple through a pitfall opening and are retained in the pitfall. A trap cover fits over and at least partially conceals the capture area. In one embodiment, the trap cover provides a platform for the placement of light emitting diodes that emit light in a wavelength that appeals to the positive phototaxis instincts of the target arthropods.

Abstract: The arthropod trap has a base with a plurality of sides that angle upwardly and inwardly toward a capture area in the center of the base. Multiple outwardly-projecting fins are disposed on or adjacent to the sides of the base. The fins also angle upwardly toward the capture area so that the fins guide arthropods into the capture area. The capture area includes a pitfall so that the arthropods topple through a pitfall opening and are retained in the pitfall. A trap cover fits over and at least partially conceals the capture area. In one embodiment, the trap cover provides a platform for the placement of light emitting diodes that emit light in a wavelength that appeals to the positive phototaxis instincts of the target arthropods.