Mite control in orange fruit after spraying acaricides in mixture with leaf fertilizers

摘要

Citriculture is one of the most important activities in Brazil, the largest producer in the world. Nevertheless, faces many difficulties in the management of phytosanitary treatment due to the diversity of diseases and pests. The Brevipalpus phoenicis(Geijskes) (Acari: Tenuipalpidae) mite is a major pest of citrus crops, because it is the virus vector (Citrus leprosis virus - CiLV) that causes citrus leprosis disease. The principal practice used in their management is based on acaricide applicationsfor vector control, so the use of techniques more accurate and precise in controlling this pest plant, will reduce the cost of production and greater efficiency in the control. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the control of B. phoenicis after application of different volumes and concentrations of spray liquid mixed with foliar fertilizer.