…asiaticus (CLas) is the bacterial pathogen that causes “citrus greening disease,” one of the most destructive diseases of citrus worldwide. PPQ scientists are harnessing the power of CRISPR/Cas systems to…
Technology to Prevent Pest Invasions
…citrus, figs, peaches, pears, plums and tomatoes. USDA/APHIS image This week we’re focusing on technology in agriculture. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service or APHIS Plant Protection and…
Newsom’s New Water Strategy: ‘Bold and Comprehensive’
…convey it, and store it for dry years,” California Citrus Mutual President and CEO, Casey Creamer said in a press release. “Governor Newsom is clearly working towards a comprehensive strategy…
Inflation Reduction Act Includes $4 Billion for Drought Relief
…such as citrus and melons,” Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia said in a press release. “Not only does the Colorado River supply the water and power needs of…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 07-25-22
…important market access programs and the Citrus Research Board securing immense support from citrus growers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
Week in Review: Pistachio Expectations Decline & Mitigating Red Scale in Citrus
…a proposal to increase tariffs on fertilizer imports from Russia, Trinidad, and Tobago. Citrus producers are working to address California red scale populations, as second-generation crawlers have emerged in the…
Beagle Brigade Act Seeks to Bolster Pest and Disease Protection
…Bureau Federation, California Citrus Mutual, National Pork Producers Council, and Western Growers. There are currently more than 116 agricultural canine teams working to screen materials entering the U.S. at border…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 07-21-22
…after positive ACP was found in San Diego, and heat illness identifiers and the differences between exhaustion and stroke. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
Addressing California Red Scale in the San Joaquin Valley
Citrus producers are working to address California red scale populations, as second-generation crawlers have emerged in the San Joaquin Valley. Cooperative Extension Area Citrus IPM Advisor, Sandipa Gautam said their…
Week in Review: Legislation Seeks Fairness at U.S. Ports & Industry Optimism for Avocado Market
…addressed to President Joe Biden encouraging involvement in the ongoing negotiations. Chris Sayer of Petty Ranch explains his optimism for the industry as they replace citrus trees with new avocado…
Avocado Grower Sees Opportunity for the Industry in the Years Ahead
…the process of replacing older citrus trees with new avocado plantings. The decision was partially because of a need to rotate crops, as the lemons trees have been producing for…
APHIS Funding for New Pest Management Projects
…including apricots, cherries, citrus, figs, peaches, pears, plums and tomatoes. USDA/APHIS image The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) invites stakeholders to submit project…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 06-14-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers officials responding to recent ACP finds in Tulare and Fresno Counties, and details…
Week in Review: Insects Considered Endangered ‘Fish’ and ACP Protocols Proving Successful
…that while the recent ACP detections are a bit jarring, there are some positive takeaways. The process continues moving forward as enforcement of mandatory outbound inspections remains on hold, along…