…the bacteria from infecting new citrus trees, ARS scientists developed a molecular system to prevent the insect, known as the Asian citrus psyllid, from feeding on the citrus sap, preventing…
Scientists Work to Define Threat from Palm Pest
…pest responses over the past couple of years have a very large commodity presence,” he said, citing efforts to combat pests threatening citrus crops and winegrapes. “We really wanted to…
A Big Investment to Stimulate Overseas Beef Demand
…other target areas like Korea and Asian island countries too. The Federation will also spend $300,000 on an Ibotta promotion that targets millennials living in cities. Ibotta is a smartphone…
HLB Positive Finds Rise to 30
…and Agriculture is reporting that two more citrus trees have tested positive for the deadly huanglongbing disease in the San Gabriel area of Los Angeles County. The Citrus Pest and…
Bonsai Museum Celebrates 40th Anniversary
…or shrubs, long considered the ultimate in gardening skill. Japanese bonsai and its precursor, Chinese penjing, are steeped in ancient Asian traditions. Branch placement, styling, and even the choice of…
Growers, Researchers Fight Citrus Disease
…highlighted innovations in disease detection and resistance and current strategies for managing the Asian citrus psyllid. It also reinforced reasons for growers to continue their efforts in psyllid suppression. At…
Agri View: Imported Insects and Diseases
…citrus fruit. Now California is experiencing a big problem with the Asian Citrus Psyllid. You know that name “Asian” Citrus Psyllid? The disease that is imported. Not from Florida. Which…
Bullish Agribusiness Opportunities Exist
…ethanol production continues slow expansion,” he said. Over the last 10 years, there has been dramatic growth in exports to Asian markets, particularly to China, however DDGS exports to China…
Re-engaging the Industry at Citrus Conference
California Citrus Mutual opened the California Citrus Conference with a political update and a motivational speech to re-engage the industry. The Citrus Research Board brought back its California Citrus Conference…
Kern County 2015 Crop Report
…crop value ($7,552,323,690). The top five commodities for 2015 are Grapes, Almonds, Citrus, Milk and Cattle & Calves, which make up more than $4.6 Billion (67%) of the Total Value;…
CDFA Committee/Board Vacancies
Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Committee The California Department of Food and Agriculture is announcing one vacancy on the Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Committee. The committee advises the CDFA…
Smelling Huanglongbing for Early-Detection
…a test that could lead to advances in fighting huanglongbing (HLB) disease in citrus. Researcher and professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, Christina Davis, said the test looks for a…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine in Placer County
A portion of Placer County is now under quarantine for Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) following the detection of multiple life stages on citrus trees within the City of Lincoln. The…
Possible Shift of Psyllid Control Efforts in CA
Courtesy: UC ANR Research is looking at history to find out what grove characteristics are favorable to Asian citrus psyllids and possibly adjusting urban psyllid control efforts in the state…