Ozgur Batuman

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Predaceous Diving Beetles as Pets and the Self-Cleaning Aquarium

Craig Bateman and Jiri Hulcr

This document introduces predaceous diving beetles as unique, low-maintenance aquatic pets. It details their physical characteristics, collection methods, and care requirements. The beetles are described as aesthetically pleasing and easy to keep, with minimal care needs. The article also explains how to set up a self-cleaning aquarium, emphasizing the balance between plants, gravel, and bacteria to maintain water quality. Additionally, it highlights suitable beetle species for beginners and provides feeding recommendations. The document aims to promote the enjoyment of keeping these fascinating insects while ensuring their well-being. Original publication date May 2016.

Citrus Diseases Exotic to Florida: Citrus Leprosis

O. Batuman, A. Levy, P. Sieburth, A. M. Paolillo, K.-R. Chung, and R. H. Brlansky

Citrus Diseases Exotic to Florida: Citrus Tristeza Virus–Stem Pitting (CTV-SP)

Amit Levy, Ozgur Batuman, Peggy Sieburth, Ajia M. Paolillo, Kuang-Ren Chung, and Ronald H. Brlansky

This document is one in a series designed to provide important information on the causal agent, symptoms, and transmission of exotic citrus diseases. This information can be used as an educational tool to raise awareness about these diseases and for scouting and identification efforts. Disseminating information about the diseases to the citrus industry may prevent their introduction and spread in Florida. This document will focus on the exotic viral disease caused by isolates of citrus tristeza virus–stem pitting (CTV-SP). Major revision by Amit Levy, Ozgur Batuman, Peggy Sieburth, Ajia M. Paolillo, Kuang-Ren Chung, and Ronald H. Brlansky; published by the UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center; 5 pp.

2024–2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Tristeza Decline

Ozgur Batuman, Amit Levy, Mark E. Hilf, Peggy J. Sieburth, Ronald H. Brlansky, and William O. Dawson

2024-2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide

2024–2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Blight

Ozgur Batuman, Amit Levy, and Ronald H. Brlansky

2024-2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide

Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV): A Potential Threat for Tomato Production in Florida

Ozgur Batuman, Salih Yilmaz, Pamela Roberts, Eugene McAvoy, Samuel Hutton, Kishore Dey, and Scott Adkins

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Management for Commercial audience(s). Published by Integrated Pest Management

Individual Protective Covers (IPCs) for Young Tree Protection from the HLB Vector, the Asian Citrus Psyllid

Fernando Alferez, Ute Albrecht, Susmita Gaire, Ozgur Batuman, Jawwad Qureshi, and Mongi Zekri

Psyllid exclusion is the most effective strategy to keep citrus trees free from HLB. Individual protective covers (IPCs) are a novel strategy based on psyllid exclusion of individual trees using a protective mesh bag. This new 3-page publication summarizes the knowledge we have accrued from our 3-year-long field studies using the IPC system and provides recommendations that can help with effective use of this technology. By F. Alferez, U. Albrecht, S. Gaire, O. Batuman, J. Qureshi, and M. Zekri.

Citrus Leprosis Fruit, Leaf, and Stem Symptom Identification

Amit Levy, Ozgur Batuman, Megan M. Dewdney, and Jamie D. Burrow

This new two-page handout provides a brief summary of citrus leprosis symptoms. Written by Amit Levy, Ozgur Batuman, Megan M. Dewdney, and Jamie D. Burrow and published by the UF/IFAS Plant Pathology Department.

2024–2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Exocortis, Cachexia, and Other Viroids

Amit Levy, Ozgur Batuman, and Ronald H. Brlansky

2024-2025 Florida Citrus Production Guide