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For more information or to join CCNS, please contact:
Deborah Pagliaccia, Ph.D.
California Citrus Nursery Society Executive Director
deborahpccns@gmail.com

Welcome to the Member Resources page of the California Citrus Nursery Society (CCNS). As a non-profit industry association, our primary goal is to support and elevate the citrus nursery industry in California.

Here and in the Members Resources dedicated page, you'll find a wealth of resources designed to keep you updated and informed:

Latest Activities: Access real-time updates on CCNS activities, including our Annual Conference and specialized meetings.
Information Exchange: Benefit from a curated list of articles, research papers, and best practices that are crucial for your business and the industry at large.
Industry Forums: Utilize this space to engage with industry representatives and develop positions on matters that impact us all.

We encourage you to explore these resources and take full advantage of the information and opportunities they present. Your success is our mission, and we are here to support you every step of the way

California Citrus Nursery Board

Contact John Gilstrap at john@tabcomp.com

The California Citrus Nursery Advisory Board has developed an info book for Citrus Nurseries. The book is designed to provide a single source of essential and supplemental information for the operation of California citrus nurseries.

Visit this page to see all the contents including Government, Trade Information, Laws and Regulation, Pesticide, Industry Organizations, and more...

Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Program

Contact CPDP

Visit the website below to find info on ACP/HLB Quarantine Information for Nurseries, Nursery Stock Movement FAQs for Production Nurseries, Interstate movement of citrus nursery stock from areas quarantined for Citrus Greening and/or Asian Citrus Psyllid (USDA).

Citrus Clonal Program Protection

Contact Georgios Vidalakis

The CCPP provides a safe mechanism for the introduction into California of citrus varieties from any citrus-growing area of the world for research, variety improvement, or for use by citrus enthusiasts and the commercial industry of the state. This mechanism includes, disease diagnosis and pathogen elimination followed by maintenance and distribution of true-to-type, primary citrus propagative material of the citrus varieties.

Citrus Variety Collection (CVC)

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Contact Tracy Kahn

The Citrus Variety Collection and Citrus Experiment Station were established in Riverside, California in the early 1900s to support the needs of the developing citrus industry in Southern California. The Citrus Experiment Station became the foundation of the University of California Riverside campus and has remained at the forefront of agricultural and citrus research.

Citrus Research & Development Foundation Florida

Contact CRDF

The Citrus Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (CRDF) was formed to coordinate citrus research funding in the face of huanglongbing (HLB, also known as “citrus greening”). While it addresses the full array of citrus research needs, CRDF has focused on HLB because it represents an existential threat to the Florida citrus industry.

National Clonal Repository of Citrus Dates/USDA @ UCR

The Research Leader, Acting is Todd Skaggs. Email: todd.skaggs@ars.usda.gov

The National Clonal Germplasm Repository for Citrus is located in Riverside, CA, and is part of the Pacific West Area.

The Research Leader is Robert Krueger

Email: robert.krueger@usda.gov
Phone: (951) 827-6980
Fax: (951) 827-4398

USDA, ARS NATL GERMPLASM REPOS
1060 MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD
Riverside, CA 92507

Lindcove Research and Extension Center

Contact the Director of Lindcove REC and Assistant CE Specialist Dr. Ashraf El Kereamy at ashrafe@ucr.edu

San Joaquin Valley citrus growers and the University of California Riverside established the Lindcove Research and Extension Center in 1959. The soils and climate at LREC are representative of the 200,000 acres of commercial citrus growing in the Central Valley of California. Scientists conduct research programs at LREC that evaluate new varieties of citrus, better ways to grow citrus, and new ways to manage pests. Extension programs communicate the results to citrus clientele as well as the general public.

California Department of Food and Agricultural

The Nursery Services Program aims to safeguard both agriculture and consumers by mitigating the risks associated with pest-infested or substandard nursery stock. The program fulfills its mission through a multi-faceted approach:

Licensing: It licenses sellers of nursery stock in California to ensure quality and compliance.
Regulatory Coordination: The program collaborates with county agricultural commissioners to oversee nursery inspections, ensuring that all stock meets established quality standards.

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Regulatory Updates on the Citrus Nursery Stock Protocol (CNSP)

A section dedicated to the latest changes in citrus nursery regulations, including federal and state-level updates

University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

Chapter 8 of the Citrus Nursery Production Guide focuses on Stock Plant and Tree Production with an emphasis on Irrigation and Fertilization. This comprehensive guide, authored by Rhuanito Soranz Ferrarezi, aims to equip you with the knowledge and best practices for optimizing citrus tree production in nurseries.

The chapter delves into the three critical stages of citrus tree production: rootstock liner production, rootstock transplantation, and bud grafting. It highlights the importance of frequent and precise irrigation and fertilization due to the small volume of the containers used. Various irrigation methods, from traditional hose nozzles to innovative subirrigation techniques, are explored in detail.

The guide also discusses the need for accurate soil moisture and weather parameter monitoring to meet the crop's water and nutrient requirements effectively. It underscores the significance of choosing the right fertilizers and nutrients to maximize tree growth and performance.

Read Chapter 8 at UF IFAS website

Read all the other CHAPTERS on the CITRUS NURSERY PRODUCTION COLLECTION

AmericanHort - Cultivate

2023 Exhibitor Shocase Directory

An extensive list of verified suppliers specializing in various horticultural needs, including soil, fertilizers, lights and nursery essentials. Featured suppliers include a comprehensive list covering a broad spectrum of products and services for sustainable agriculture and advanced grower solutions.