…managing the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) that spreads the disease. ACP was found in California in 2008 and Schulz says CRB at the time allocated 19% of their total research…
North American Producers Committed
…and their veterinarians must retain the ability for the welfare of their animals to prevent disease and treat sick pigs with medications that are approved for veterinary use. “North Americans…
Veteran Serves Escondido Ag Community
…farming systems rely on preventative practices to control weeds, insects and disease and uses natural methods to manage problems if they arise. Organic methods also help improve soil and water…
Agri View: 2016 Farm Outlook
…disease has resulted in unmarketable fruit throughout Florida and elsewhere. California has historically accounted for a large portion of U.S. vegetable and fruit/nut cash receipts, and continued drought conditions may…
Animal Nutrition, Growth Grants
…facing disease challenges, to minimize losses in growth rates and production efficiency. Science funded by AFRI is vital to meeting food, fiber, and fuel demands as the world’s population races…
Aquaculture Research
…the U.S. are complex and multifaceted. Applied research in genetics, disease, production systems, and economics is needed to develop practical solutions that will facilitate growth of the U.S. aquaculture industry….
Creating an Easy and Fast HLB Test
…in the lab, antibodies are used to detect proteins on the membrane.” Ma has used this disease detection technique successfully to detect citrus stubborn disease. Read more about early detection….
Produce in the Checkout Aisle
…at the ends of aisles, at eye-level, and close to the check-out counters. Cardiovascular disease researcher and Associate Professor of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Matthew Freiberg, MD, MSc, remarks, “If…
Identifying HLB From Bacteria Proteins
…tree is infected with the disease has some limitations. The bacteria that causes the disease needs to be contained in the exact location where the samples are taken and sometimes…
UC Davis Vet School Ranked #1 in World, Again
…to answer questions about health and disease. The rankings are prepared by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), a British firm that previously was the data provider for the annual Times Higher Education…
Purple Produce
…have numerous health benefits. Eating purple produce may help reduce the risks of certain types of cancer and heart disease, and aid in immune, eye, brain and digestive health. Adults…
ACP Treatment Areas Key for HLB Fight
…Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program has been assisting California growers in regions around the state for some time by organizing them into areas and introducing them to grower liaisons…
Annual Post-Harvest Pest Control Seminar
…seminar will give industry professionals the opportunity to hear technical talks on the latest and most advanced developments in postharvest disease control. The seminar is scheduled on April 14, at…
Maple Syrup and Brain Health
Scientists appear to have a made sweet discovery when it comes to possibly finding the cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Cathy Isom tells us how Maple Syrup is being used in…