…affected by severe storms in the Midwest and Northeast. Upcoming interviews include a discussion on citrus farming with Mondo Perez and a Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo in Tampa, Florida….
Citrus Greening Quarantine Expanded
…by 13.16 square miles. APHIS is taking this action because of citrus greening detections in plant tissue samples collected from residential properties in Orange County. There is no commercial citrus…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 03-14-25
…gas prices. Additionally, the show highlighted an upcoming Citrus Expo in Tampa, Florida, and the expansion of the citrus greening quarantine area in Orange County. Listen to previous AgNet News…
APHIS Expands the Citrus Greening (Huanglongbing) Quarantined Area in California
…this action because of citrus greening detections in plant tissue samples collected from residential properties in Orange County. There is no commercial citrus impacted by this expansion. APHIS is applying…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-12-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni discuss various agricultural topics, including citrus…
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
…for this time of year. California growers anticipate an early bloom for the next citrus crop, possibly influenced by earlier stone fruit and almond blooms. Supply of Organic Mandarins from…
Optimizing Crop Nutrition: Expert Advice on Phosphorus, Nitrogen, and Micronutrients
…with Potassium Brix levels, which measure sugar content in crops such as wine grapes, tomatoes, and citrus, are crucial for quality and yield. Isaak advised that growers rely on both…
CDFA Expands Quarantine Area in Mission Viejo, Orange County
…of citrus greening disease (HLB). The USDA’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service added 85 square miles, including commercial citrus. CDFA Expands Quarantine Area in Mission Viejo, Orange County Quarantine Map…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 02-19-25
…due to a summer heat wave and the export market dynamics. They also delve into the ongoing challenges faced by Florida citrus growers, including hurricanes and citrus greening disease. Listen…
The Growing Edge from Valent: Central Coast Growers Prepare for Spring Challenges
…and pruning. Burkdoll highlighted the benefits of using pre-emergent herbicides, such as Chateau EZ, which provides broad-spectrum weed control while remaining safe for grapevines. Citrus farmers in Ventura and Santa…
Partnership Formed to Enhance Service to Retail and Food Service Partners
…CCHS’s citrus expertise with Veg Fresh Farms’ extensive growing and distribution network, offering a diverse range of fresh produce. Partnership Formed to Enhance Service to Retail and Food Service Partners…
San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition Now Accepting Entries
…most recent harvests. Entries must be submitted by March 28, with categories including Spanish and Italian blends and singles, as well as citrus, pepper, and other flavored oils. Awards will…
APHIS and CDFA Expand Sweet Orange Scab Quarantine
…for sweet orange scab (SOS) in Orange County, California, due to a detection in a residential property. This expansion does not affect commercial citrus. SOS_PQM_OverviewGridDownload Grid #439 Grid #456 Grid…
Decline in the Citrus Harvest in the Central Valley
Mandarins plantation, trees with ripe fruits in California. Harvest Season DepositPhotos image The California Farm Bureau Federation has reported a decline in the citrus harvest in the Central Valley due…