ACP-SIT Pilot Program · UC Riverside · Community Research

Public Opinion Questionnaire

Sterile Insect Technique for Asian Citrus Psyllid — your views help shape how this program communicates with the public. Takes 3–5 minutes.

Researchers are studying a method called the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) to help manage Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), an insect that can spread the disease that causes citrus greening. In SIT, large numbers of laboratory-reared ACP are sterilized and released. Sterile insects can mate with wild insects but cannot produce offspring, which may reduce the pest population over time.

We would like to know what you think about this approach. Your response is anonymous. This questionnaire is for adults 18 and older.

Question 1 of 10

Before visiting this website, had you heard of the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT)?

Yes, and I knew something about it Yes, but I knew very little about it No

Question 2 of 10

How familiar are you with Asian citrus psyllid and citrus greening disease?

Very familiar Somewhat familiar Slightly familiar Not at all familiar

Question 3 of 10

How acceptable do you find the idea of releasing sterile ACP into the environment?

Question 4 of 10

Which of the following concerns, if any, would you have about releasing sterile ACP?

Select all that apply.

Effects on other insects or wildlife Effects on my citrus trees Effects on human health Effects on the environment Releasing large numbers of insects How the insects are sterilized Whether the method would actually work I would have no concerns

Other:

Question 5 of 10

Which potential benefits of SIT would be important to you?

Select all that apply.

Reducing ACP populations Reducing the spread of citrus greening Reducing pesticide use Protecting backyard citrus trees Protecting commercial citrus production Protecting beneficial insects and other wildlife None of these

Other:

Question 6 of 10

If scientists demonstrated that sterile ACP are safe and effective, how supportive would you be of their release in your community?

Question 7 of 10

Would you be willing to have sterile ACP released on or around your citrus trees?

Yes Maybe, depending on additional information No I don't have citrus trees

Question 9 of 10

Overall, how would you describe your current opinion of SIT for ACP?

Positive Neutral Negative I don't know enough to form an opinion

Question 10 of 10

Do you have any questions, concerns, or comments about using sterile insects to manage ACP?

Optional — please share anything on your mind.

Your response is anonymous and used for research purposes only.
UC Riverside Dept. of Entomology · DPR Contract 25-C0078 · acpsit.com

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