Apr 2010 news archives

  • Growers slow to log on
    Weekly Times Now on April 1, 2010

    THE European Union has recognised mainland Australia as free from citrus canker , removing the need for exports from Queensland, the Northern Territory and...

  • Local citrus growers receive a scare
    Agoura Hills Acorn on April 1, 2010

    Citrus greening disease, also known as Huanglongbing or yellow dragon disease , attacks all citrus trees. Carried by a small insect called the Asian citrus...

  • Georgia's got competition with Treasure Coast peaches
    Stuart News subscription on April 2, 2010

    Georgia's got competition with Treasure Coast peaches Stuart News(blog) The citrus giant plans to expand production by planting more peach trees in a 100-acre former citrus grove that was infected wi...

  • Public asked to help stop spread of deadly tree disease
    Camarillo Acorn on April 2, 2010

    Citrus greening disease, also known as Huanglongbing or yellow dragon disease , attacks all citrus trees. Carried by a small insect called the Asian citrus ... and more...

  • Health & Wellness
    Simi Valley Acorn on April 2, 2010

    Citrus greening disease, also known as Huanglongbing or yellow dragon disease , attacks all citrus trees. Carried by a small insect called the Asian citrus ... and more...

  • Disaster for small growers
    Ventura County Star on April 3, 2010

    Protect it”: While the articles explained the economic threat the citrus industry faces if the Asian citrus psyllid and Huanglongbing become established in ... and more...

  • Vigilance needed against citrus pest
    Ventura County Star on April 3, 2010

    There is no cure or treatment for the bacterial disease known as citrus greening disease or HLB (short for the tongue-twister Huanglongbing). ... and more...

  • US: Rare fungal malady 'Black Spot' discovered
    FreshPlaza on April 6, 2010

    Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new economic threat from black spot, ... and more...

  • Florida Citrus Growers Face Rare Newly Discovered Fungal Malady 'Black Spot'
    The Ledger on April 6, 2010

    As with citrus canker , also spread by infected plant material, the risk could be lessened by requiring tarps over the truckloads of citrus, Graham said. ... and more...

  • Florida citrus could face disease threat
    Fruitnet.com on April 6, 2010

    With the threat of Huanglongbing, or citrus greening disease , already looming large, Florida's citrus industry could now face a new challenge in the shape ... and more...

  • Citrus Growers Face Rare Disease
    The Ledger on April 6, 2010

    As with citrus canker , also spread by infected plant material, the risk could be lessened by requiring tarps over the truckloads of citrus, Graham said...

  • <b>Frost</b> Concerns Foothill Vintners
    b on April 6, 2010

    Foothill grape growers are worried about cold nights this spring that could bring freezing temperatures, as frost can cause considerable damage to the crop at this early stage...

  • Orange Co. leaves free of citrus disease
    Fresno Bee on April 7, 2010

    In July, the Fresno County Department of Agriculture's canine team and staff found about 10 psyllids on curry leaves inside a duffle bag at the FedEx ... and more...

  • Fla. Citrus Faces New Threat: Black Spot
    CBS News on April 7, 2010

    As with citrus canker , also spread by infected plant material, the risk could be lessened by requiring tarps over the truckloads of citrus, Graham said. ... and more...

  • 'Black spot' threatens Florida citrus
    WDBO Radio on April 7, 2010

    As with citrus canker , also spread by infected plant material, the risk could be lessened by requiring tarps over the truckloads of citrus, Graham said. ... and more...

  • New threat for Florida citrus: black spot - Sarasota Herald-Tribune
    Sarasota Herald-Tribune on April 7, 2010

    HAINES CITY, Fla - Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new economic threat from ... and more...

  • Brazilians Offer Orange Juice Marketing Help
    WUSF 89.7 News on April 8, 2010

    Brazilians Offer Orange Juice Marketing Help WUSF 89.7 News For the first time, the Brazilian citrus industry has agreed to help pay for a worldwide advertising campaign for orange ... and more...

  • US: Orange County leaves free of citrus disease
    FreshPlaza on April 8, 2010

    Citrus growers and industry officials say the psyllid and the disease, also known or Huanglongbing , pose a serious threat to California's $1.8 billion ... and more...

  • BLACK SPOT: Another <b>citrus</b> <b>disease</b>
    BLACK SPOT: Another on April 8, 2010

    Highlands County's extension office is notifying growers about a new citrus disease...

  • Florida citrus faces new threat: Black spot discovered in Immokalee
    Marco Eagle on April 8, 2010

    (AP) — Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new economic threat from black spot, ... and more...

  • US: Florida citrus faces new threat
    FreshPlaza on April 8, 2010

    Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new economic threat from black spot, ... and more...

  • New hazard for Florida citrus: Black spot emerges - Sarasota Herald-Tribune
    Sarasota Herald-Tribune on April 8, 2010

    HAINES CITY - Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new ... and more...

  • Sources Today Saying Citrus Black Spot To Be Confirmed in Florida
    Southeast AgNet on April 8, 2010

    by Gary – April 8th, 2010 Although we still await official notification from USDA through press release channels, several sources early today are saying it ... and more...

  • Florida citrus faces new threat: Black spot
    AG Week on April 8, 2010

    As with citrus canker , also spread by infected plant material, the risk could be lessened by requiring tarps over the truckloads of citrus, Graham said. ... and more...

  • Black spot disease threatens Florida citrus
    MiamiHerald.com on April 8, 2010

    AP Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new economic threat from black spot, ... and more...

  • <b>Frost</b> Fans
    The Friday Debate on April 9, 2010

    Frost fans have fired up fervent debate in Marlborough over the last couple of years, as some sleep-deprived residents go head to head with winegrowers who say the machines are vital to protecting th...

  • USDA Confirms New Citrus Disease
    PerishableNews on April 9, 2010

    (press release) A fungal disease marked by dark, speckled spots or blotches on the rinds of fruit, citrus black spot is an economically significant citrus disease . ... and more...

  • Brazil, Florida Mull Joint Orange Juice Promotion
    FLEXNEWS on April 9, 2010

    Florida, April 9 - Brazil and Florida, The world's top two exporters of orange juice who have sometimes clashed as rivals, are discussing a joint global ... and more...

  • `Black spot' fungus threatens Florida citrus
    MiamiHerald.com on April 9, 2010

    Florida's struggling citrus growers are facing a new economic threat: a fungus called black spot. It was discovered last month near Immokalee and it could ... and more...

  • `<b>Black</b> <b>spot</b>' <b>fungus</b> threatens Florida citrus
    b on April 9, 2010

    Florida's struggling citrus growers are facing a new economic threat: a fungus called black spot. It was discovered last month near Immokalee and it could take many years to spread statewide. But whe...

  • Black spot disease threatens Florida citrus
    Tampabay.com on April 10, 2010

    HAINES CITY — Florida citrus growers already struggling with the costs of controlling the fatal citrus greening disease face a new economic threat from ... and more...

  • 'Screaming orange' a hit design
    Yuma Sun on April 10, 2010

    "When I asked the product manager what's going through the growers' heads when they hear about psyllids and citrus greening, he made the comment that they...

  • UF Study Finds Agriculture Land Values Drop
    The Ledger on April 10, 2010

    Growers and investors willing to take no risks until scientists find a way to stop or control the deadly citrus greening disease . ... and more...

  • Diseases tighten citrus squeeze
    Palm Beach Post on April 10, 2010

    "We have a major battle going on right now with two serious diseases called citrus greening and citrus canker which has put tens of thousands of acres out ... and more...

  • Citrus growers focus on water, HLB
    Western Farm Press on April 12, 2010

    ... battling the disease threat because of “early detection and rapid response” to the Asian citrus psyllid that spreads the greening disease Huanglongbing...

  • US (FL): 'Screaming orange' a hit design
    FreshPlaza on April 13, 2010

    "When I asked the product manager what's going through the growers' heads when they hear about psyllids and citrus greening, he made the comment that they...

  • Citrus Researchers Perfecting Psyllid Control For HLB
    Southeast AgNet on April 14, 2010

    by Dan – April 14th, 2010 Controlling the psyllids that spread HLB throughout groves is the best way Florida citrus growers currently have to control the...

  • Pathogen threatens citrus crop
    The Costa Rica News on April 16, 2010

    The pathogen, known as yellow dragon or huanglongbing (HLB) and is now present in Nicaragua. When the tree is infected, the first ripe fruit at the stem or...

  • Early blossom surprises, worries apple growers
    Daily Comet on April 18, 2010

    That has left plenty of time on the calendar for the region's notoriously unpredictable weather to strike back with a killer freeze . ... and more...

  • Citrus Australia receives government funding for mandarin export
    Australia on April 18, 2010

    's citrus export industry was recognised by the European Union to be free from citrus canker...

  • Costa Rica: Pathogen threatens citrus crop
    FreshPlaza on April 19, 2010

    The pathogen, known as yellow dragon or huanglongbing (HLB) and is now present in Nicaragua. When the tree is infected, the first ripe fruit at the stem or...

  • Summary of Florida Legislature Activities, week Seven
    The Bradenton Times on April 20, 2010

    The bill repeals section 581.1845, Florida Statutes, relating to citrus canker eradication, and removes all references to the Citrus Canker Eradication ... and more...

  • Arsenal grows to battle Asian citrus psyllids in Texas
    Media Newswire on April 20, 2010

    (press release) WESLACO -- Citrus growers in South Texas now have a second product to to apply using low-volume sprayers against Asian citrus psyllids , insects that spread...

  • AMEC CIVIL, LLC v. STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
    Leagle.com on April 21, 2010

    ... same time as the destruction of nursery stock due to infestation of citrus canker , the cause of action of a previous lawsuit); Indianapolis, B. & W. Ry...

  • Genomes of citrus canker pathogens decoded
    EurekAlert on April 22, 2010

    (press release) Citrus canker , a belligerent disease that has plagued plant growers in parts of the United States, South America, and Asia, causes millions of dollars in...

  • 2010 May Environment & Climate News
    The Heartland Institute on April 22, 2010

    A new citrus disease is killing off Florida crops, sparking scientists and growers to take a serious look at genetic engineering as a long-range solution...

  • US: Growers use IPM to manage citrus insects
    FreshPlaza on April 23, 2010

    Citrus canker enters a fruit through openings created by CLM, which makes controlling the pest an increasingly important part of production...

  • Genomes of citrus canker pathogens decoded
    Science Centric on April 24, 2010

    Citrus canker , a belligerent disease that has plagued plant growers in parts of the United States, South America, and Asia, causes millions of dollars in ... and more...

  • US: Genomes of citrus canker pathogens decoded
    FreshPlaza on April 26, 2010

    Citrus canker , a belligerent disease that has plagued plant growers in parts of the United States, South America, and Asia, causes millions of dollars in...

  • US: Periwinkle plants provide ammunition in the war on citrus greening
    FreshPlaza on April 27, 2010

    Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) has proved to be an effective screening tool for treatments to control Huanglongbing (HLB), according to Yong-Ping Duan of...

  • Periwinkle plant and citrus greening
    Western Farm Press on April 28, 2010

    Periwinkle, Catharanthus roseus, has proved to be an effective screening tool or treatments to control Huanglongbing (HLB), according to Yong-Ping Duan of...

  • Sicilian and Israeli researchers will cooperate against the tristeza disease ...
    FreshPlaza on April 29, 2010

    Sicilian and Israeli's citrus pathologists will join forces to fight the tristeza disease of citrus . The Science and Technology Park of Sicily, PST,...