The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on its Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Committee. The opening is for one representative from California’s northern district, with applications due by Nov. 30.
The committee advises CDFA on statewide efforts to prevent and manage pests and diseases that threaten the state’s citrus industry. Its work supports programs designed to protect citrus production through monitoring, early detection, treatment and public education.
Committee Plays Role in Protecting California Citrus
The Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Committee helps guide statewide strategies for addressing citrus-specific threats. Its responsibilities include advising the department on programs that survey, detect, analyze and treat pests and diseases affecting citrus.
These efforts are important to maintaining the health of California’s citrus industry. Early identification and effective management can help limit the spread of damaging pests and diseases, protecting groves and supporting long-term production.
The committee also has a public outreach and education role. Sharing information with growers, industry members and the public helps increase awareness of potential threats and encourages participation in prevention efforts.
Having representatives from different regions of the state allows the committee to consider concerns and perspectives from across California’s citrus-growing areas.
Applications Due November 30
CDFA is seeking an individual to represent the state’s northern district on the committee. The selected representative will contribute to discussions and recommendations related to citrus pest and disease prevention efforts throughout California.
The vacancy provides an opportunity for a northern district representative to help shape the programs and outreach efforts intended to protect the state’s citrus industry.
Applications are currently being accepted through Nov. 30. Interested applicants should review the department’s application information and submission requirements before the deadline.
The committee’s work remains an important part of California’s efforts to monitor citrus threats, coordinate prevention strategies and keep growers informed about pest and disease management.
Listen to the report on the committee vacancy and California’s ongoing efforts to protect its citrus industry.