The citrus rust mite is so small that it can't be seen by the naked eye. But for Rio Grande Valley citrus growers, the tiny critter is a savage monster that gobbles up untold millions in lost profits.

Aldicarb 10G was systemically active against the citrus rust mite, Phyllocoptruta oleivora (Ashmead), and the citrus red mite, Panonychus citri (McGregor), on citrus seedlings in the laboratory and on ...

The Florida Entomologist, Vol. 59, No. 4 (Dec., 1976), pp. 335-341 (7 pages) Late season injury (bronzing) to mature Valencia orange by the citrus rust mite, Phyllocoptruta oleivora (Ashmead), ...

Q. My citrus have citrus rust mite. The fruit is stunted, produces smaller yields and has been infected for three years. What do you recommend? — James O’Shea, Pompano Beach A. Rust mites are a ...

I want to start my tomatoes from seed this year. What varieties do well here? You are smart to ask. As you can imagine, our climate is nothing like New Jersey’s or Ohio’s. So the vegetable varieties ...

Citrus tree problems can be easy to resolve. Aside from their susceptibility to cold, citrus trees are among the most carefree and reliable of home fruit trees. A few common problems do show up on ...

I continue to receive questions about citrus leafminer, citrus rust mite and leaf spot disease on locally grown citrus trees. Here is information on these common citrus pests. The mated citrus ...

Weather conditions have been favorable for citrus as long as water was provided during the drought. Satsuma harvest should be coming to an end while juice oranges and navels are coming into their own.

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. My satsumas look awful this year. About 70% of the fruit on my tree has turned ...

MITE CONTROL. An insect growth regulator that has shown promise as a citrus rust mite control has been approved for experimental use in Florida and Texas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ...

Citrus trees and their fruit are subject to several diseases. One of the most common is scab disease. Scab is primarily a disease of Satsuma, grapefruit and lemons. It does not affect the oranges.