Beneficials refer to living organisms—such as predatory insects, mites, nematodes, and microorganisms—that provide biological pest control in cannabis cultivation. Common examples include lady beetles against aphids, predatory mites for spider mites, and Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) for caterpillars. Incorporating beneficials into an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program reduces reliance on chemical pesticides and promotes ecological balance in cultivation environments.
