Proposed Budget Cuts Would Affect Peanut Industry

The proposed budget numbers released by the Trump administration would include cuts that affect the peanut industry. Tyron Spearman has the details.

Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus Confirmed in San Joaquin County
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) confirmed the positive identification of citrus yellow vein clearing virus (CYVCV) in a residential citrus tree in the Lodi area of San Joaquin County. The plant sample was confirmed positive for CYVCV on July 7 […]
Using Kaolin Clay to Protect Against Sunburn
By John M. Chater Kaolin clay is used as a crop protectant in many crops, including tree crops like citrus. This clay is often white to grayish white and is commonly used to reduce sunburn on fruit and young trees. Kaolin also has been demonstrated to reduce pest feeding and activity in some tree crops. […]