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Citrus Mealybug Moving in Central Valley

June 8, 2022
By Ben A Faber
Citrus mealybug has been increasing issue in the San Joaquin Valley in last 3 years. It has been reported from Kern, Fresno, Tulare, and Madera counties in the past years. It is a hemipteran pest that feeds on plant sap, reducing tree vigor and affects yield.
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UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog: Article

Invasive Beauties Can Be Deceiving

June 7, 2022
By Melissa G Womack
Humans love anything new and different, and that includes plants for their garden. In the past, when bringing plants into California from other places, people had no idea this could cause environmental problems.
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