Development of Sampling and Decision Plans for Silverleaf Whitefly on Pima

 

INTRODUCTION

Bemisia whitefly populations are a significant annual threat to cotton production, particularly pima cotton, in the San Joaquin Valley. This pest has the potential to reduce cotton yields; however, the prospect of cotton lint contamination, creating a condition called sticky cotton, is the primary concern associated with whitefly infestations. Important research on sampling, damage potential, and management of Bemisia whiteflies has been conducted in Arizona. This research has formed the backbone of our present management scheme in California. In summary, this research supported three stages of whitefly management during the season with different insecticide chemistries during each stage. The need to management resistance and the characteristics…

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