Predators for Asian citrus psyllid and citrus pest management

Abstract

The Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), Diaphorina citri, invaded Florida over two decades ago. The need to consistently suppress it became apparent soon after detection and particularly after discovering huanglongbing (HLB) disease, which it spreads.

Managing HLB depends strongly on vector control to either reduce disease transmission of healthy trees or reinoculation. Single tactics of vector control are insufficient for effectively managing this pest-disease complex.