The Situation: Asiatic citrus canker is a widespread bacterial disease in Asia and in certain other citrus-growing regions of the world. It was eradicated from the U.S. after its introduction in the early part of this century. New infestations of true Asiatic citrus canker have been recently detected in Florida, suggesting that the introduction of...

The Situation: In southern California, Klambothrips myopori Myoporum, a plant genus native to Australia and New Zealand. This thrips causes considerable leaf deformation through the feeding activity of larvae and adults. This pest is likely native to Australia or New Zealand where it is probably a specialist on members of Myoporum. Damage: The plant species...