December 2022 South Florida Pest and Disease Hotline

map of whitefly infestationWhitefly populations are building in southwest Florida and have reached high levels in some locations, while remaining low in others.

In Homestead, whiteflies are present in squash, cucumber, and watermelon. TYLCV and topso virus are also present at detectable levels.

In Homestead melonworms are being found in squash, cucumber, and watermelon.

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