Methods for Sampling X-Disease Colladonus spp. (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae) Leafhopper Vectors in Orchards
X-disease, caused by the phytoplasma Candidatus Phytoplasma pruni, is an increasing threat to the Pacific Northwest stone fruit industry, producing small, bitter, and unmarketable fruit. Leafhoppers are the only known vectors. To manage the spread of both leafhoppers and X-disease, it’s critical to understand when and how to sample effectively.
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Published: July 2025
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