Foliar Sprays of Selective and Broad-Spectrum Insectcides to Control Asian Citrus Psyllid in Oranges: Summer, 2015: Table 1

Abstract

Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) is the key pest of citrus in Florida, responsible for the spread of huanglongbing or citrus greening disease. Effective insecticides with diverse modes of action are needed to control this pest and reduce selection for insecticide resistance. The experimental block at the Southwest Florida Research and Education Center consisted of 5-yr-old sweet orange “Hamlin” trees bud grafted to “US-802” ( Citrus grandis × Poncirus trifoliata ) planted at a density of 308 trees/acre. Trees were irrigated with micro-sprinklers, subjected to conventional cultural practices and pruned to induce new …