Citrus psyllid management by collective involvement of plant resistance, natural enemies and entomopathogenic fungi.

Microb Pathog

Key Laboratory of Oasis Agricultural Pest Management and Plant Protection Utilization, College of Agriculture, Shihezi University, Shihezi, 832002, Xinjiang, China. Electronic address:

Published: December 2024

Crops face constant threats from insect pests, which can lead to sudden disasters and global famine. One of the most dangerous pests is the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), which poses a significant threat to citrus plantations worldwide. Effective and adaptive management strategies to combat ACP are always in demand. Plant resistance (PR) is a key element in pest management, playing crucial roles such as deterring pests through antifeedant and repellant properties, while also attracting natural enemies of these pests. One effective and innovative approach is the use of entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) to reduce pest populations. Additionally, other natural enemies play an important role in controlling certain insect pests. Given the significance of PR, EPF, and natural arthropod enemies (NAE), this review highlights the benefits of these strategies against ACP, drawing on successful examples from recent research. Furthermore, we discuss how EPF can be effectively utilized in citrus orchards, proposing strategies to ensure its efficient use and safeguard food security in the future.

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