León M., Guillermo2012-08-022012-08-022012-08-02978-958-8406-17-6http://hdl.handle.net/10567/563In 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.esCítricosCítricos - PlagasManejo integral de plagas (MIP)Corporación Universitaria LasallistaCítricos - ColombiaCítricos - ProducciónBuenas prácticas agrícolas (BPA)Book chapter