Californians Cautioned Against Spreading Deadly Citrus Pest and Disease as Summer Travel Rebounds
The ACP, a pest that feeds on citrus leaves, can spread HLB, the fatal and incurable citrus disease also known as citrus greening disease.
- The ACP, a pest that feeds on citrus leaves, can spread HLB, the fatal and incurable citrus disease also known as citrus greening disease.
- Both the pest and disease have been found in the state of California and citrus tree owners should be on high alert.
- Transporting citrus fruit with leaves still attached can inadvertently spread the pest to new areas of the state.
- Residents should report pest or disease symptoms to the free California Department of Food and Agriculture Pest Hotline by calling 1-800-491-1899.