Asian Citrus Psyllids Detected Within City of Turlock, Stanislaus County

Taylor Hillman Citrus

Asian citrus psyllid on leaf
The Stanislaus County Agricultural Commissioner, in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) are beginning an extensive survey and treatment program in response to the detection of two Asian citrus psyllids on a residential property within the City of Turlock in Stanislaus County.

Two Asian citrus psyllids were confirmed on Monday, October 26, 2015. To establish the extent of the infestation, an increased number of yellow sticky panel traps are being placed in citrus trees in a 9 square mile area around the initial detection site.

A treatment program will be carried out on all citrus host plants within 400 meters surrounding the site where the insects were trapped. Residents in the treatment area will be notified in advance of any treatment. Two Asian citrus psyllids were confirmed on Monday, October 26, 2015. To establish the extent of the infestation, an increased number of yellow sticky panel traps are being placed in citrus trees in a 9 square mile area around the initial detection site. A treatment program will be carried out on all citrus host plants within 400 meters surrounding the site where the insects were trapped. Residents in the treatment area will be notified in advance of any treatment.

The CDFA will soon establish a quarantine for all citrus plants and fruits within a five mile radius of the detection site, to prevent the movement of host material that may be affected. The upcoming prohibition of movement of host plants and fruits will apply to homegrown citrus and commercial citrus growers.

View the full press release here.