Gonzalez, Constanza


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Survey of Cacopsylla bidens , vector of ' Candidatus phytoplasma pyri', in Chilean pear orchards

Citation
Fuentes et al. (2026). Plant Disease
Names
Ca. Phytoplasma pyri
Abstract
Pear decline, caused by 'Candidatus Phytoplasma pyri', has emerged in Chilean pear orchards in recent years. While several Cacopsylla species are potential vectors of 'Ca. P. pyri', the disease's full epidemiological cycle remains uncertain. Cacopsylla bidens, present in Chilean orchards, has recently been reported as a vector. This study conducted year-long surveys in two commercial pear orchards across different Chilean regions, capturing C. bidens in zones with 'Ca. P. pyri'-infected pear tre
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