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View article: Sustainable Management Strategies for Acarine Pests of Industrial Hemp (Cannabis sativa subsp. sativa L.)
Sustainable Management Strategies for Acarine Pests of Industrial Hemp (Cannabis sativa subsp. sativa L.) Open
Industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa subsp. sativa L.) is an emerging crop in Florida, generating $445 million in 2024. However, it is highly susceptible to acarine pests, including spider mites (Tetranychidae), broad mites (Tarsonemidae), and…
View article: Gut Microbe-Derived Trimethylamine Shapes Circadian Rhythms Through the Host Receptor TAAR5
Gut Microbe-Derived Trimethylamine Shapes Circadian Rhythms Through the Host Receptor TAAR5 Open
Elevated levels of the gut microbe-derived metabolite trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) are associated with cardiometabolic disease risk. However, the mechanism(s) linking TMAO production to human disease are incompletely understood. Initiatio…
View article: Parasitism of <i>Halyomorpha halys</i> and <i>Nezara viridula</i> (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) sentinel eggs in Central Florida
Parasitism of <i>Halyomorpha halys</i> and <i>Nezara viridula</i> (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) sentinel eggs in Central Florida Open
Egg parasitoids of Halyomorpha halys (Stål) and Nezara viridula (L.) (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) were identified from sentinel egg masses and yellow sticky traps deployed in Central Florida from March 2021 to March 2022. The eggs and traps w…
View article: Global Invasion of <i>Thrips parvispinus</i> (Karny) (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) Across Three Continents Associated With Its One Haplotype
Global Invasion of <i>Thrips parvispinus</i> (Karny) (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) Across Three Continents Associated With Its One Haplotype Open
Thrips parvispinus (Karny) is an exotic pest that has invaded many regions around the world in the last three decades. It was first detected in Florida in 2020 on ornamental plants ( Hoya and Anthurium ) in greenhouses and subsequently on …
View article: Fire Ants Management in Industrial Hemp
Fire Ants Management in Industrial Hemp Open
This publication highlights the presence, damage, and management of imported fire ants in industrial hemp production. This UF/IFAS Extension publication offers practical knowledge to researchers, Extension agents, growers, crop consultants…
View article: Functional response of <i>Franklinothrips vespiformis</i> (Thysanoptera: Aeolothripidae) to eggs and nymphs of <i>Bemisia tabaci</i> (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae)
Functional response of <i>Franklinothrips vespiformis</i> (Thysanoptera: Aeolothripidae) to eggs and nymphs of <i>Bemisia tabaci</i> (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) Open
The Middle East Asia Minor 1 biotype of Bemisia tabaci Gennadius (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) is a greenhouse and field crop pest of global significance. The objective of this study was to assess the potential of the generalist predatory thrip…
View article: Arthropod and mollusk pests of hemp, <i>Cannabis sativa</i> (Rosales: Cannabaceae), and their indoor management plan in Florida
Arthropod and mollusk pests of hemp, <i>Cannabis sativa</i> (Rosales: Cannabaceae), and their indoor management plan in Florida Open
The first step in developing a pest management strategy is to know which pests can be found on the crop. Recently, the legal cultivation of hemp, Cannabis sativa (Rosales: Cannabaceae), has begun in Florida, and although hemp harbors one o…
View article: Ginger, Galangal, and Turmeric Production in Florida
Ginger, Galangal, and Turmeric Production in Florida Open
Ginger, galangal, and turmeric (Figure 1) are emerging crops for Florida production. All of these plants are in the Zingiberaceae family and share most aspects of their production. This bulletin describes production in containers or the fi…
View article: Distribution of <i>Scirtothrips dorsalis</i> (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) cryptic species complex in the United States and reproductive host assessment of its dominant member
Distribution of <i>Scirtothrips dorsalis</i> (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) cryptic species complex in the United States and reproductive host assessment of its dominant member Open
Chilli thrips, Scirtothrips dorsalis Hood, is a cryptic species complex of at least 9 species, 2 of which (South Asia 1 and East Asia 1) have been confirmed damaging >50 plant taxa in the United States. To develop a knowledge-based mana…
View article: Thrips parvispinus (Karny, 1922) (Insecta: Thysanoptera: Thripidae): A New Invasive Pest
Thrips parvispinus (Karny, 1922) (Insecta: Thysanoptera: Thripidae): A New Invasive Pest Open
The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well …
View article: Hibiscus Mealybug (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) – Biology, Host Plants, Current Management Practices, and a Field Guide for North America
Hibiscus Mealybug (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) – Biology, Host Plants, Current Management Practices, and a Field Guide for North America Open
Hibiscus mealybug, Nipaecoccus viridis (Newstead), is an invasive, highly polyphagous pest that has recently established in Florida. This pest is historically known to heavily effect citrus production in other citrus-producing regions and …
View article: Chilli thrips rose management using an <i>Amblyseius swirskii</i> or <i>Amblydromalus limonicus</i> (Acari: Phytoseiidae) pepper banker plant
Chilli thrips rose management using an <i>Amblyseius swirskii</i> or <i>Amblydromalus limonicus</i> (Acari: Phytoseiidae) pepper banker plant Open
Banker plant systems can enhance biological control of arthropod pests in protected agriculture if they facilitate the persistence of beneficial organisms by providing them with persistent habitats or supplemental food such as pollen or ne…
View article: Pest Status, Survey of Natural Enemies, and a Management Plan for the Whitefly<i>Singhiella simplex</i>(Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) in the United States
Pest Status, Survey of Natural Enemies, and a Management Plan for the Whitefly<i>Singhiella simplex</i>(Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) in the United States Open
The whitefly Singhiella simplex (Singh) is an invasive species that has been causing damage to Ficus hedges and trees for the last decade and a half in Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and North and South America. This study…
View article: Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) Management Program for Ornamental Plants
Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) Management Program for Ornamental Plants Open
Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius), commonly known as silverleaf whitefly, is a polyphagous pest and listed as one of the world’s 100 worst invasive species. It is known to feed on more than 1000 plant species and vector over 120 plant-damaging vi…
View article: Sophia or Transvena Parasitic Wasp (suggested common name) Encarsia sophia Girault and Dodd (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae)
Sophia or Transvena Parasitic Wasp (suggested common name) Encarsia sophia Girault and Dodd (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae) Open
The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well …
View article: [IN1337] Encarsia Wasp, a Silverleaf Whitefly Parasitoid (suggested) Encarsia formosa Gahan (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae)
[IN1337] Encarsia Wasp, a Silverleaf Whitefly Parasitoid (suggested) Encarsia formosa Gahan (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae) Open
The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well …
View article: Minimizing Honey Bee Exposure to Pesticides
Minimizing Honey Bee Exposure to Pesticides Open
To safely solve a pest problem, growers and pesticide applicators must be aware of the potential impacts of some pest-control strategies on bees, other pollinators, and beneficial arthropods. This 14-page fact sheet written b…
View article: Field Report and Survey of<i>Fiorinia phantasma</i>(Hemiptera: Diaspididae), Potential Pest of Palms, and Ornamental Plants in the United States
Field Report and Survey of<i>Fiorinia phantasma</i>(Hemiptera: Diaspididae), Potential Pest of Palms, and Ornamental Plants in the United States Open
Fiorinia phantasma Cockerell & Robinson is an invasive, polyphagous pest recently found causing frond losses in ornamental palms in Miami-Dade County and in nurseries in Palm Beach County, Florida, USA. In this article, we document the dis…
View article: Suitability of Ornamental Pepper Cultivars as Banker Plants for the Establishment of Predatory Mite Amblyseius swirskii in Controlled Production
Suitability of Ornamental Pepper Cultivars as Banker Plants for the Establishment of Predatory Mite Amblyseius swirskii in Controlled Production Open
A banker plant system is a rearing and release method for biological control agents, and in recent years has gained serious attention among plant propagators for its use in regulating common greenhouse and nursery pests. In the current stu…
View article: Organic Greenhouse Container Herb Production in South Florida: Fertilizer and Potting Media
Organic Greenhouse Container Herb Production in South Florida: Fertilizer and Potting Media Open
Field production of organic crops, including herbs, in south Florida is a challenging task due to the subtropical climate and high number of pest and disease pressures. Thus, greenhouse production of organic herbs may provide an alernate t…
View article: “Predator-In-First”: A Preemptive Biological Control Strategy for Sustainable Management of Pepper Pests in Florida
“Predator-In-First”: A Preemptive Biological Control Strategy for Sustainable Management of Pepper Pests in Florida Open
The early establishment of a biocontrol agent in the production system, whether in the greenhouse, nursery, or field, is essential for the success of the biological control program, ensuring growers’ profitability. In an effort to develop …
View article: Solanum Whitefly, Pepper Whitefly (Suggested Common Names) Aleurotrachelus trachoides Back (Insecta: Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae: Aleyrodinae)
Solanum Whitefly, Pepper Whitefly (Suggested Common Names) Aleurotrachelus trachoides Back (Insecta: Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae: Aleyrodinae) Open
Includes: Introduction - Synonymy - Distribution - Description and Biology - Hosts - Damage - Management - Selected References
Also available on the Featured Creatures website at http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/veg/Aleurotrachelus_tra…
View article: Cucumeris Mite (Suggested Common Name) Neoseiulus cucumeris (Oudemans) (Arachnida: Mesostigmata: Phytoseiidae)
Cucumeris Mite (Suggested Common Name) Neoseiulus cucumeris (Oudemans) (Arachnida: Mesostigmata: Phytoseiidae) Open
Includes: Introduction - Synonymy - Distribution - Description and Biology - Host Range - Economic Importance - Selected References.
Also available on the Featured Creatures website at http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/BENEFICIAL/Neosei…
View article: Compatibility of the Predatory Beetle, Delphastus catalinae, with an Entomopathogenic Fungus, Cordyceps fumosorosea, for Biocontrol of Invasive Pepper Whitefly, Aleurothrixus trachoides, in Florida
Compatibility of the Predatory Beetle, Delphastus catalinae, with an Entomopathogenic Fungus, Cordyceps fumosorosea, for Biocontrol of Invasive Pepper Whitefly, Aleurothrixus trachoides, in Florida Open
Aleurothrixus (formerly known as Aleurotrachelus) trachoides Back (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), commonly known as pepper or solanum whitefly, is a new emerging whitefly pest of several horticultural crops in the United States. During the preli…
View article: First Report of Bemisia tabaci Mediterranean (Biotype Q) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) in the Dominican Republic
First Report of Bemisia tabaci Mediterranean (Biotype Q) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) in the Dominican Republic Open
MED was detected for the first time in the Dominican Republic from 2 provinces (Santo Domingo and Santiago), 2 host plants (tomato and tobacco), and 2 environments (greenhouse and open field). All MED sequences were identical and determine…
View article: An Ecological Assessment of Isaria fumosorosea Applications Compared to a Neonicotinoid Treatment for Regulating Invasive Ficus Whitefly
An Ecological Assessment of Isaria fumosorosea Applications Compared to a Neonicotinoid Treatment for Regulating Invasive Ficus Whitefly Open
A pilot study was conducted on a weeping fig, Ficus benjamina shrub hedge in a Florida urban landscape to determine the efficacy of a fungal biopesticide, PFR-97™ which contains blastospores of Isaria fumosorosea, and a neonicotinoid treat…
View article: Oviposition Preference of Rugose Spiraling Whitefly (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) on Five Host Plant Species
Oviposition Preference of Rugose Spiraling Whitefly (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) on Five Host Plant Species Open
Rugose spiraling whitefly, Aleurodicus rugioperculatus Martin (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), is an invasive species that underwent a period of outbreak in southern Florida (Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, Broward, Martin, and Monroe counties) between 2…
View article: Correction to: Predation potential of Rhynocoris marginatus (Hemiptera: Reduviidae) against three mealybug species of agricultural importance
Correction to: Predation potential of Rhynocoris marginatus (Hemiptera: Reduviidae) against three mealybug species of agricultural importance Open
View article: Alternatives to a Pyrethroid for Controlling Madeira Mealybug (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) on Coleus Cuttings
Alternatives to a Pyrethroid for Controlling Madeira Mealybug (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) on Coleus Cuttings Open
Mealybugs (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) are soft-bodied insects that infest a variety of ornamental plants, and early instars are almost undetectable to the human eye. Because the cryptic mealybugs can cause significant damage quickly, plant…
View article: Lethal and Sublethal Effects of Three Microbial Biocontrol Agents on Spodoptera litura and Its Natural Predator Rhynocoris kumarii
Lethal and Sublethal Effects of Three Microbial Biocontrol Agents on Spodoptera litura and Its Natural Predator Rhynocoris kumarii Open
Entomopathogenic microbes such as Spodoptera litura nucleopolyhedrovirus (SpltNPV), Metarhizium anisopliae, and Pseudomonas fluorescens are biological agents used for the control of multiple arthropod pests. The objective of this study was…