Import birds and/or other critters that prey on the insects. My understanding is that roasted, or pan fried locus, taste like nutty chicken. Yum!

Maybe we could bring in rabbits like the English rednecks did I Ausralia

This disease is not - repeat NOT - transmitted by locust. A wrong word has been chosen in this article - but it is spread by an insect. The bad news is that any tree with this disease is doomed. No help is known possible. This can be fatal for the entire industry in the RD.

I am going to contact some peers in Canada and the USA who are in the midst of a pilot project with a natural control mechanism. I will connect these experts with those in the RD to see if there is help on the way. Stand by......

Well, good for you Originalmrb!
We need all the help we can get!
Where in Canada are you from?
Tomas.

Original,

A+++++ (one supporter of the Dominican cause)

Thank you!!

These farmers can also focus on more profitable crops

Don't forget to blame los Haitianos!!!! Locust??? Biblical???? Time for all siners to bend their knees and confessed!!!!! Locust today and tomorrow????????????????? Man v. Nature???????

This will actually hurt the haitianos, it means less work for them.

This will actually hurt the haitianos, it means less work for them.

Jambu,

This is a catastrophe, collective lost for all involved; your Haitian brothers and the Dominicans farms owners.

Danilo & Ingle,

You guys are so sensitive; did not say it will not hurt los Haitianos!!! I just set the bait for my half brotel el rokiki; we all know rokiki will find a chink in the armor to blame los Haitianos. So don't get to upset; their in nothing in my post that remotely suggested los Haitianos will or will not be hurt. One thing I know for sure, locust infestation is not to be taken lightly. Cojer lo suave, como dice los Salvadoreños, todo cheke! By the way hermano Ingle, mi abuelita me dijiste que soy Dominicano tambien!

RonEvane, & dreamkiller,

Rabbits were not introduced to Australia for pest control. They were for blood-sports for the likes of AnthonyC - hey, maybe that's what he's importing to the DR?

Regardless, be very careful of biological controls, like Cane-toads and Indian-mynas.

BASF has the answer, excessive humidity, citrus tolerates drained soil. Spray the trees 4 times a yr.

And developed some drainage with 4" culvert, make a pond and use it on dry seasons for irrigation.

They come out every 7 yrs.

Dummies.

Every 7 years?????? Biblical!!!!

Biblical?
Then call in Nicky-the-hat to perform an exorcism.

I realized why some many ignorant posting at DT.!!!

Good reason why DR produce does not pass inspection.

Perceive this:

8======3~~~~~~~~~{Perception

Why not stick to bananas, pineapples and mangoes that are easy to grow in the tropics, and leave the citrus to the sub-tropical and temperate regions where they grow best?

Roy,

You're so right. These so-called natural control mechanisms oft times comes with the ubiquitous equal and opposite reaction. The myriad examples of folly raise that same specter here as well. So far, (as I understand it), this one is pain free. I'm waiting for a reply from the scientist whose been running the program for a couple of years to see what impact they're seeing.

Ingle y Tomas,

Thanks for the kind words. This is a very serious problem, and lots of people stand to lose because of it. I have a major soft spot for the RD people. I'm a man of very little means, but when there's a threat, I feel it too, and I want to try to help where I can.

Perception,

The article states that spraying is far too expensive for the farmers to cope. And - unwritten here - is the global experience which connotes failure of chemicals in general, (not to mention the environmental impact on an eco-system as delicate as that in the RD). And what's with the name calling?

"This disease is not - repeat NOT - transmitted by locust. A wrong word has been chosen in this article - but it is spread by an insect."

Original. Would you please post what this inset's name is? It's genus? I'd like to look it up and see what we're dealing with. ..Thanks in advance.

@Original.

Never mind. Don't want to know! There are no less than 200 distinctive diseases afflicting citrus groves. --Wikipedia--
These are classified as bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral pathogens, with no known ways of fighting them. Not to mention other insects as vectors and feeders of leaves, fruit, and sap.

Adios, oranginas!

AKA

Dreamkiller Plague

Ron: U got mail.

Biblical?
Then call in Nicky-the-hat to perform an exorcism.

Nicky-the-hat is on his way; except el perception stole his brim at the airport! Grow tropical produces as oppose to sub-tropic produces like naranjas??? interesting...let's take a look?? tropical produces have much more antioxidants and naranja is over rated. lets take chinolas por ejemplo, pack with antioxydants and vitamins C; very cheap and natural viagra. Nooooooo, naranja is better, we do not want to compromise our wanna be persona. Do like I, when I am in DR, I consume as much tropical produces to last me until my next voyage back to paradise.
Señor el perception, do a little posting massaging for me primo. I am having un peqeñeto problema with mind reading this morning! OK brotel!

Without seeing the orchard. What the locust do to the plant as follow.

So often (7 yrs) they come out of the closet to mate. They gather on trees new limbs and in the process they chew the bark to extract sap. Most likely when this limb flower and produce fruit the weight collapse the branch. Since this event is happening on all higher ground limbs, .......... most likely the tree collapse the fruit prodution.

Then, locust lay eggs near the damage area, larvae drop to the soil, borrow themselves eating roots of the tree and emerging again to repeat the cicle.

Tree damaged by locust most likely be vulnerable to rust (fungus) and between the two......

Insecticide is cheap.

If im not wrong the spanish name is cigara.

I do own a peach orchard....and i have to deal with locust here to.

Typical Dummy;

Preventive, not a latin word.

THE EXPATS HALL OF SHAME (EHOS)

This segment is dedicated to those foreigners for their ungratefulness and lack of appreciation for the kindness and hospitality offered by the Dominican Republic and its humble and loving people. This herd of imported rejects/losers, consistently bash and criticize the land which, with open arms embraced them, and gave them shelter.
These are:

RoyStone (Haitian supported)

DaveB ( anti-Dominican swine)
Dreamkiller, AKA (Sandusky, alleged pedo)
Brasillesnosisback
AnthonyAC (Sanky lover)
Skan-viking
Chicharron Presidente (homeless douche-bag)
Synapse(active KKK)
Gringo1 (BG unofficial pundit)
Dannioo (Haitian in disguised)
Basta (Haitian lover)
Chilliwastazil
Jambdebois
Haitian_
Enbro2007
Riosm
Escott

If you need to add anybody to the list of these intercontinental drifters, herd of scum’s canines, do not hesitate to let us know. On the other hand, we also want to

CONT:
If you need to add anybody to the list of these intercontinental drifters, herd of scum’s canines, do not hesitate to let us know. On the other hand, we also want to thank those who consistently try to be part of the solution to make our country a better place.
“Our Country First

Valent technology has an organic insectecide, it is so environmentally friendly that when they do a demo they drink a glass of the thing.

Its made out of yeasts.

What people do at Sec. Agricultura?????

percep,
good copy and paste job, give yourself a pat on the back!!
Ingle, I am waiting for my invitation to the red carpet festivity for my induction into the HOS! What is el problema? Not enough funds to jumps start for beloved and cherish HOS. Or, you are having a tiny relapse from induce trama (mental) suffered during your violent upbringing at my old HS TJ?
You should have left NY, just like me, after HS!!
el percep, be careful playing with chemical. DR does not have a good environmental control system like we have here in the US. Maybe you are not aware of the environmental issues some communities are struggling with now with improper usage of agricultural chemicals. The equations has more than one variable (insectecide) organic or non-organic. I will also check valent tech!

continue,

DiPel DF effectively controls worms in vegetables, fruits, nuts, vines and other crops. DiPel DF comes in an easy-to-handle, dry flowable formulation. DiPel DF is listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic production.

DiPel ES is used for worm control in nuts, cotton, soybeans, corn and other crops. High-quality, oil-based formulation is ideal for aerial or ground application.

I will check the FDA website to see if valent is valiente!

pecerp, here what I find about valent biosciences (technologies??). can I cut and paste like you my brotel?
Biological Insecticides
DiPel is the leading biological insecticide used in the world today. DiPel offers proven, cost-effective broad spectrum worm (Lepidoptera) control on vegetables, fruits, nuts, vines, corn, cotton, soybeans, turf and other crops. DiPel is an excellent alternative to traditional insecticides and provides effective worm control when used alone. As a tank-mix or rotation partner with other insecticides, DiPel is a powerful tool in insect resistance management. Several formulations of DiPel are available to fit the needs of our customers' pest control programs.

Jamb,

I left NY long time ago; life is good and has rewarded us with many blessings. Now is time to give back some........working hard to improve the life of others in DR.

JamBu,

Did you do anything for your “bros and sistas” after the devastating earthquake? C’mon! Hippocrates is my witness, we were there providing medical help to your “folks”. You see, we do not hate your people, we just do not want them illegally on our side, neither we want to UNIFY the Island.

It isn't locust. The article is wrong. The insect that spread the bacterial disease is the Asian citrus psyllid, a tiny insect that feeds on the leaves and stems of citrus trees.


OK?

ingle, Your responses don't match any of my postings. I recently concluded all military obligations (reserve and active, 30+ years) and after the EQ, we provided needed medical assistance. Some of those medical products provided, I was part of the team that developped and bring them to market, proud moment for me. I am gratefull to DR for landing a hand after the EQ! I am not accusing and never claim you hate anyone. Read carefully than reply! As far as unity, all i want you to understand and if you choose not to I will not loose any sleep over it. As simplistic as is if you are not able to comprehend will not waste my time. DR hasn't been able to control illegals, last year UN changed DR ethnic classification and IMF has control of DR finance. DR will remain as is as long DR doesn't pissed off the big boss like the Haitians have done. Stop talking about not wanting illegals, just send them back. Unity is in progress and I could careless if it happen or not! Improve lives in DR, good!

Pardon by ignorance, jambdebois, but what is "the EQ"? - earthquake? Which "big boss" are you referring to? You believe there will be unification of Hispanola? I am genuinely interested your perspective on this.

Roy,

yes, EQ= earthquake(1000 words limit). I don't not blelieve or advocating unification! All I am saying if DR keep complaining about not wanting illegals and allow more than 3000000 Haitianos to cross the border and lay roots in the east?? And, more of them are crossing everyday! Sooner or later it will happen and it's happening as we speak. Big boss??? A significant % of companies in DR are foreign owned; you pissed them off you have problemas!!! As you know, it is all about the bottom line. Think about it; continue to rattle your sabers, just don't point it in the wrong direction.

Jambu,

Most Haitian advocates, will pull the race card the minute that one touches the issue of illegal immigrations. My stand is very clear and firm, regardless of your color, or race, if you are illegally in the DR., you MUST go. There are no common denominator between us other than the Island itself, to imply that unification is eminent is just a false expectation, which not even the most unpatriotic Dominican politicians have ever entertained.
BTW: what unit were you assigned ?. Assuming that you are a Dentist; were you ever commissioned (Dental, MSC, MC)?. Just checking.....were you a ROTC product or direct commission?.Were did you attend OBC?; did you complete/attend CGSC?.

Jambombolo

Keep dreaming of union, dreaming is free.

Meanwhile back in La Espanola:

Expel all illegal Haitians out of Dominicana !!!

Back to the real subject at hand.

It is a real shame that these Locusts are affecting the citrus production.

Let's hope it doesn't get any worse,

detection and prevention measures are in place for the future.

Ingle,
I completed all the above with the exception I was a hardcore SF before I attended Dental School. I received a direct commission through ROTC via SMP. I attended IOBC, IOAC, ranger, jump school, Pathfinder, jungle school, SF school, CAScube and several others. I am beginning to wonder about a few things. I will ask for the last time since it really doesn't matter to me; why do you and others have a fixation with misinterpretation? I am not an advocate of any and do not play the race card! For the last time, at the rate those Haitianos are crossing the border. If the number double in 20 years, then what? I know, you will send all back to Haiti. My question is? When and how? I agree with you that to imply that unification is eminent is just a false expectation and it is not my expectation. Just tell me one thing, when the number reach, if not close to it, 6000000 than what?. If you ever meet rokiki, just one small favor. Slap a few ounces of common sense right through his face.

otcasea.gob.do/?p=5612 - Oct. 2011

The Dominican Institute of Agricultural and Forestry Research (IDIAF) and the Ministry of Agriculture, with the cooperation of the Republic of China (Taiwan), initiated a project to provide alternatives to citrus growers in the Dominican Republic for disease management Huanglongbing (HLB), currently affecting the country's main crops.

Taiwan's ambassador in the Dominican Republic, Isaac Tsai, presented a check in the amount of RD $ 12 million 120 thousand to Agriculture Minister Salvador Jimenez, to start work on the project.

Have yet to learn what the "alternatives to citrus growers" are, but would be interested in finding out.

Monsieurs Ingle, Rokete, and Jambdebois.

Excuse me for butting in, but I have news for all. Whether we like it or not, if trends persist, the migration east, will continue unabated.
As we, in DR become more prosperous, and if Haiti lingers in economic chaos, without assistance and expert help from outside, the ultimate result will be to erase the border and have us, DR folks, administer the western side. This may or may not be something we or Haiti, or the international community will see as beneficial or desirable, but it is a good possibility we must contend with in the not-too-distant future...

Again, if no major economic improvements are made in the west, Island unification will become reality. With some benefits for all, and a good share of trouble which may never find resolve.

We may now be poles apart in culture, language, and assets. But, we may share more than we care to admit. Hispaniola will become one. For the benefit or detriment of both. ..We shall see.

Jambu,
If anything, I must agree with you, if nothing is done the number will surged over 6 million in 20 years or less. We are experiencing right this minute is a massive, passive migration that is only benefiting the wealthy minority whose only goal is greed and is not helping neither one of the two countries. The Haitian government (Diplomats), cannot careless about the living conditions of the majority of your countrymen living in the DR.,in the meantime we have to bear the human and socio-economic burden.
PS: JB that is a good resume: “V” identifier, “Q course, Jungle Training, was discontinued years ago,(Colon Panama). The IOBC is now IOBLC (Infantry Basic Officers Leadership Course. Now they have what is called DCO (Direct Commissioned Officers Training). CAScube is gone…..Jambu you are OLD (jajajajajaja).

RonEvane,
You are a genius! Those boys have a fixation with illegals rather than reality! It is part of nature trying to reach equilibrium! Haiti doesn't provide basics necesities to the bottom crust, thus, they will seek help somewhere else. Guess what? The border is in walking distance! Those so-called Patriots actually believe by taking a myopic view on the issue will somehow extricate those illegals out of DR. The sad part, I truly believe that I was commiserating with forum members with elementary level of logical/realist understanding. The tableau is visible, unfortunately there is a clear difference between like and want and true reality. Mister RonEvane, you have a clear understanding of reality! By recognizing the facts in any giving situation, does not make you an anti Patriot! I will leave it alone; 10 or 20 years from now, lets see!!!

Ingle, Yes, I am old. I am well over six zero!!!! I was in the invasion of Panama. I know the military has gone through some realignments! At least now, all support units have been moved closer to the battlefield and those lazy Air Force will have some considerations for those of us carrying the bang sticks.
I hope you grow up to be like me! 3 miles every morning, squat 405, bench 315 and lots of thumb pushups. Regular pushups are for wimps! My only complaint, not enough time for a normal 5 miles run in the morning (work).
Also, Panama was the best kept secret tour-of-duty for a single officer during my time; Except the jungles with the natives cooking monkey meat.. I threw up for 3 days.

Guys,

Everybody is basically saying the same thing.

JB,

jajajaj been there done that.....you are correct, best kept secrect in the Army!!! Did some work at Gorgas, and FT Clayton; do you remember Kobe beach and Howard Air Force base ( O-club) and the one in Amador. The AMEDD has gone through some rapid changes as well; some of the officer's advance courses you can complete the first phases on line.

Mr. Jambdebois.
For millennia, humanity has migrated in and out of surroundings around the globe, seeking better hunting grounds. This is how humankind populated every corner of our world.
But when all the land became inhabited, people fought wars for the privilege of possessing the fertile grounds in question…. Invasions came and went and victors became strong, and of a particular race or culture who declared itself absolute owners, with demarcated territorial borders.
Still, all this does not prevent people with the drive to satisfy basic needs for survival, to invade the land of others. Hunger does not respect the laws, borders, distance, nor intimidation.
This is why, despite efforts to the contrary, people will risk life and limb to find food and comfort, no matter the danger involved, no matter the gamble in making it through. … Necessity says we must.
Welcome to New Haiti!

You guys are all genius, and social scientist:


Since you are so right,

is the reason why today, Europe has dropped all of it's borders, into one country.

The same reason why Africa is today only one nation.

The same reason why all Muslims have come together, to form only one country.

There are no longer any borders in the Americas.

La Espanola is the only place on earth with a border, and it won't last long according to your posts,

because you have already dissolved it, with your mouths.


Tonight I will go to bed, and tomorrow, I will wake up in Haiti.

Surprise I am a new born Haitian !!!!

Keep dreaming Jambo,

I won't die from that nightmare.

LOLOLOLOLOL

JAJAJAJAJAJA

Ingle, I went back to visit Panama post invasion, Fort Clayton is a Panamanian police outfit. Yes, remember Kobe; I was in Panama in 1995, made a 2 days stop on my way to Cartagena Colombia the jewel of Colombia. I was surprise when I found out that part of the Q course can be completed on line! Well, the old latin quote still hold true.
Tempora mutantur, nos et mutamur in illis (Time change, people change with time)

Rokiki,

If you do not have anything to say? Please say SALAMI with a capital K!!!

Ok Jombombolo

Come to think of it, I do have something to say:

EXPEL ALL ILLEGAL HAITIANS FROM QUISQUEYA NOW !!!

LOL