Insectos de los cítricos
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2012-08-02
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Corporación Universitaria Lasallista
Abstract
In Colombia citrus crops could be attacked by several species of har -
mful insects and mites, which affect the development and production
of trees, as well as reduce the quality of fruits. The costs of practices
to control and prevent damage caused by pests have influence in the
economic profitability of the commercial citrus farms.
Knowledge of the wide biodiversity in citrus crops, as well as the need
to reduce production costs and consumer demand for fruits with less
pesticide residues, especially in importing countries, have strengthened
research on biological control and integrated pest management (IPM)
for citrus crops in recent years.
Scientific research in the country to pest control should be directed
to the use of biodiversity of species, looking for the reduction of the
impact on the ecosystem, the environment and human health, under
the approach to integrated management pests. It is required to define
economic injury levels and thresholds for action on constraints pests in
citrus crops. Also is essential the implementation of good agricultural
practices (GAPs) and use of products legally authorized if necessary
chemical control. For exportation citrus, should only use chemicals ap -
proved by destination country and respecting maximum residue limits
(MRLs). This chapter highlights the importance of natural enemies and also
presents basic information for the implementation of integrated pest
management programs in citrus crops, directed to reduce the use of
pesticides, lower production costs, reduced environmental impact and
the possibility of getting fruits with cleanest technologies and environ -
mentally friendly.
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Cítricos, Cítricos - Plagas, Manejo integral de plagas (MIP), Corporación Universitaria Lasallista, Cítricos - Colombia, Cítricos - Producción, Buenas prácticas agrícolas (BPA)