Citrus Greening Disease
These presentations provide an introduction to Citrus Greening Disease and different approaches to its management drawing on case studies from across the region. The Government of Japan and the Regional Asia Pacific office of the FAO are acknowledged for their kind support of this initiative. Experts from across the Asia Pacific and the Caribbean shared their expertise in this introductory series.
Citrus Greening - Huanglongbing (HLB)
An Introduction to Huanglongbing (HLB) or Citrus Greening Disease
Dr Cherie Gambley introduces Huanglongbing disease on citrus including the symptoms, the disease cycle and management as well as new research avenues.
An Introduction to the Vectors of Huanglongbing (HLB) or Citrus Greening Disease and Monitoring
Mr Luke Halling, a Biosecurity and Entomology consultant shares his knowledge on how to monitor and manage the HLB and what vectors cause the HLB disease including the transmission process.
Management of Huanglongbing to Safeguard the Future of the Citrus Industry in Australia, China, and Indonesia: Introduction to the ACIAR Project
Jessica Lye, from Citrus Australia, introduces the current research project on Australian collaboration with Indonesia and China on the preparedness and management of Huanglongbing disease. The project focus includes work on HLB-tolerant rootstock, high-density planting, intercropping, ACP trapping, ACP repellent, and extension resources.
A Case Study: Management of HLB disease in Indonesia
​Dr Siti Subandiyah, Professor from the Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) shares research on HLB monitoring and management in Indonesia.
Papua New Guinea: 20 years of HLB and ACP surveillance
Dr Richard Davis, a plant pathologist from Northern Australia Quarantine Strategy (NAQS) shares an HLB case study from Papua New Guinea sharing HLB disease management efforts over the last 20 years.
Building the capacity in the Caribbean to monitor and manage Citrus Greening Disease and its vector
Mr Naitram (Bob) Ramnanan, Regional Representative and IAS Coordinator for the CABI Caribbean and Central America office shares the key elements of the strategies to manage and monitor Citrus Greening Disease and its vector in the Caribbean. He also explains the importance of partnerships with countries such as Brazil, which has significant and successful experience in HLB disease management.