Invasion Biology and Management of Sweetpotato Whitefly (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) in China

Abstract The sweetpotato whitefly, Bemisia tabaci Gennadius (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), is a broadly invasive pest of great economic significance to agricultural and horticultural systems in the world. contains more than 44 cryptic species, among which B. Middle East Asia Minor 1 (MEAM1) Mediterranean (MED) are most destructive, have spread many countries. Research on species increased dramatically China following introduction MEAM1 middle-late 1990s. Our report discussed significant advances over past two decades understand genetics China. We reviewed main findings including changes composition invasion characteristics tabaci, also summarizing factors that affect displacement dominant species. Finally, integrated management was discussed. hope this review can stimulate interest deepen understanding will lay foundation for further research field.