Agricultural and Life Sciences (IFAS)
Martini Lab
Led by Xavier Martini · Entomology and Nematology
What we study
The Martini Lab studies insect pests and their vectors of plant diseases, focusing on chemical ecology and integrated pest management. They use field observations and experiments to develop non-chemical control methods.
What working here is like
- Fieldwork
- Wet lab
- Other insects
- Plants
- Projects
- 3
- Papers
- 5
Current projects
Asian citrus psyllid
Researching the ecology and behavior of the psyllid vector of citrus greening, including its winter survival and dispersion.
Redbay ambrosia beetle
Studying beetle repellents and push-pull systems to control laurel wilt.
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Vegetable entomology
Investigating thrips and whitefly control using minute pirate bugs and their prey cues.
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Recent papers, explained
- Push–pull strategy that combines olfactory and visual cues for management of ambrosia beetles (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae and Platypodinae) in avocado
2026 · Environmental Entomology
Combines visual and olfactory cues to lure beetles away from avocado trees.
- Investigation of Bulimulus bonariensis visual preferences to increase trap attraction
2026 · Pest Management Science
Tests whether tall objects attract invasive snails to reduce their numbers.
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- Impacts of an oviposition deterrent pheromone and nanoparticle clay on Anthonomus eugenii (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) behavior under laboratory conditions
2026 · Journal of Insect Science
Tests a pheromone and clay to deter pepper weevil egg-laying in lab experiments.
- Do Flower-Rich Windbreak Margins Enhance Predator Communities in Citrus Orchards?
2026 · Insects
Checks if flower-rich windbreaks boost predator populations in citrus orchards.
- Combining essential oils and kaolin clay increased repellency against Bemisia tabaci (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae): implications for management
2026 · Journal of Economic Entomology
Combines essential oils and clay to repel whiteflies and extend repellent effects.
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How to reach out
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