…and tap surveys are being conducted in both residential and commercial host trees. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) and CDFA will work…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review May 1
…In this edition of USDA Week In Review, hungry pests in the classroom, protecting national forests, and preparing for disasters. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.usda.dm.gov www.usda.aphis.gov www.fs.fed.us www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov…
From Over 100,000 to 1: Partners Band Together to Beat the European Grapevine Moth
…and eradication partnership one of the most effective programs for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), county departments of agriculture,…
APHIS Completes Learning Modules on the Pest Permitting Process
…procedures related to the importation of products for use as plant growth enhancers and bio-fertilizers. If you need additional information contact USDA/APHIS at 301-851-2046, Toll Free 866-524-5421, or email Pest.Permits@aphis.usda.gov…
USDA Provides $57.9 Million to Protect Agriculture and Plants from Pests and Diseases through the 2014 Farm Bill Section 10007
…and Disaster Prevention Programs USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) sought suggestions from states and U.S. territories, universities, federal agencies, nongovernmental organizations, private companies and tribal organizations for…
Red Palm Weevil Eradicated from California
Courtesy: UCANR Effective January 18, 2015, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is declaring eradication of red palm weevil (RPW) from the Laguna Beach area of Orange County,…
USDA Video: USDA Week in Review for November 14
…In Review… release the hounds! Topics include dogs protecting the environment, high-tech help for USDA employees, and honoring Native Americans. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.flickr.com/usdagov www.aphis.usda.gov www.targetcenter.dm.usda.gov www.fs.fed.us…
Easy Way to Aid Bees
There are a few simple ways to aid bees during pollination, and some are free. Easy Way to Aid Bees Some organizations like Project Aphis M offer free flower seeds…
USDA Video: USDA Week in Review for November 7
…of USDA Week in Review includes honoring military veterans, apples going back to China, and recognizing the value of USDA employees. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.flickr.com/usdagov www.aphis.usda.gov www.fas.usda.gov…
New ACP Discovery Near Exeter
…affected area with detection traps in order to determine the extent of any infestation. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) and CDFA will…
USDA to Provide $4 Million for Honey Bee Habitat
…between each of these factors. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) supports bee research efforts in Land Grant Universities. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) conducts…
USDA Announces Measures to Help Farmers Diversify Weed Control Efforts
…the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Program for innovative conservation systems that address herbicide resistant weeds. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will actively promote use of best management…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review October 10
…Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, helping an endangered species, cooperating for success, and undecided Fall weather. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.aphis.usda.gov www.flickr.com/usdagov www.rurdev.usda.gov http://blogs.usda.gov/2014/10/08/secr……
Release of Endoparasite for the Biological Control of Asian Citrus Psyllid
APHIS published a draft environmental assessment on September 18, 2014 for the proposed release of Diaphorencyrtus aligarhensis for the biological control of the Asian citrus psyllid in the United States….