The long-struggling Florida citrus industry now faces an invasive species crisis, but researchers have a plan to fight back.

Citrus trees showing natural tolerance to citrus greening disease host bacteria that produce novel antimicrobials that can be used to fight off the disease, our recent study shows. We found the trees ...

Matt Mattia used both hands to flip through the branch at his eye level, studying each side of every leaf as sunlight filtered from above. “Just healthy leaves,” he said, noting the dark green color.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Citrus trees are a great way to add depth, color, and variety to your backyard. They are also a great source for fresh fruit. However, for all ...

The California Department of Food and Agriculture issued a citrus quarantine this week for northern San Diego County and part of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. The quarantine was issued after state ...

Residents Encouraged to Get Involved in the Fight Against Pests and Diseases Threatening California’s Backyard Gardens and Commercial Agriculture SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As invasive pests ...

An ancient tree from India is now thriving in groves where citrus trees once flourished in Florida, and could help provide the nation with renewable energy. As large parts of the Sunshine State’s once ...

If you want your citrus trees to produce an abundance of healthy fruit in winter, now is the time to care for them. I grew up in Arizona, where I had no appreciation for the absurd quantities of ...

An ancient tree from India is now thriving in groves where citrus trees once flourished in Florida, and could help provide the nation with renewable energy. As large parts of the Sunshine State’s once ...