Volume
60
Issue
2
DOI
10.34068/joe.60.02.03
Abstract
The Texas citrus industry is threatened by the presence of Mexican fruit fly. The objective of this study was to estimate the economic losses caused by this invasive pest. Economic impact is estimated in terms of loss in revenue and increase in operating costs. Under current quarantined areas and pest management strategies, the Texas citrus industry could experience an annual economic loss of $5.79 million. The analysis was extended to evaluate the economic impact associated with different quarantined area scenarios. This article can be used to increase awareness and adapted to estimate the economic impact of emerging invasive pest outbreaks.
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Recommended Citation
Zapata, S. D. (2022). Economic Implications of the Mexican Fruit Fly Infestation in Texas. The Journal of Extension, 60(2), Article 3. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.60.02.03
