The subject invention relates to the production and use of entomopathogenic fungi for the control of arthropod pests. Specifically, the subject invention provides methods for producing Metarhizium anisopliae and Beauveria bassiana, as well as methods of their use, as biopesticidal compositions. Compositions are also provided for controlling arthropod pests, comprising one or more entomopathogenic fungi, a chitinase inducer, diatomaceous earth, and an anticoagulant.
