A statewide quarantine could be on the horizon and some citrus growers could be against the proposed regional ACP approach that would keep some movement restrictions in place.
ACP Quarantine Changes Not Favored by All
Some growers in Southern California may not be happy with CDFA’s proposed ACP quarantine changes to USDA’s statewide regulations.
Bacterial Spot History Shows Losses
Bacterial spot could be a bigger issue this year with the spring rains and history shows it can be a significant problem for some varieties.
Grower Warns CA of HLB Tough Reality
Florida grower talks about life with HLB and what California growers should be prepared to do A longtime Florida citrus grower is making the best of a bad situation and …
Microscopes Focus on Shot Hole Borer
An equipment upgrade at a southern California cooperative Extension office will lead to research looking at how and why shot hole borers move through a tree.
California CCA Exam Signup Open
Crop advisers in California and Arizona have the opportunity to register for the August 5, 2016 CCA Exam until June 24, 2106. The exam will be given in Sacramento, Tulare, …
Increased ACP Activity in Central Valley
Tulare County saw an increase in Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) activity with several trap detections and one location raised some concerns with the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
Proposed ACP Quarantine Changes
ACP Quarantines May Change in Future, Creating a Risk of Spreading the Pest Citrus leaders are holding meetings to discuss potential changes to future Asian citrus psyllid quarantine protocols. The …
HLB Bacteria Isolates Can Vary
Proteins from the HLB-causing Bacteria Differ Between Region, Tree Variety Research is aiming to identify proteins associated with the bacteria that causes huanglongbing disease in hopes of detecting the disease …
Identifying Vine Mealybug, A Growing Problem
Vine mealybug continues to be spotted in vineyards along the coast. Identifying this emerging pest early can save a producer in the long run. San Luis Obispo Viticulture Farm Advisor …
Frost Tool Tested for ACP Management
A fairly common tool in frost protection for California citrus growers is being tested in Florida for an entirely different purpose.
Insight from Johnsongrass Mapping
A new study will focus on johnsongrass mapping and researchers hope that by identifying those populations in California, it may give them a clue for better management of the weed.
Citrus Continues to Fund HLB/ACP Research
Citrus industry leaders expressed how their research funding allocations have changed since 2008 and continue to devote money to fight huanglongbing and the Asian citrus psyllid.
Exemption Granted for PSHB Management
Hero® Insecticide Gets Section 18 Exemption for Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer From the California Avocado Commission: The California Department of Pesticide Regulation issued a section 18 emergency exemption for the …