“Citrus in central Arizona has been knocked on its back,” Wright said. “But on the other hand, there are some signs of life in surprising places.” Citrus growers were paid to not farm On a February ...

PHOENIX — With temperatures in Arizona just right for the citrus harvesting season, the St. Mary’s Food Bank is now accepting donations through the end of April. Residents can drop off extra fruit ...

In the next few months, James Truman will be planting over 400 new citrus trees on his farm in Surprise. Many of the trees on his farm are puny things. As he strides among them to check for signs of ...

PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) — ‘Tis the season for backyard citrus trees all across the Valley to start bursting with grapefruits, oranges, tangerines and lemons — all ready to eat. However, if you feel like ...

WADDELL – On a brisk March morning, the engine of Selwyn Justice’s truck roared to life as he turned out of his driveway onto Peoria Avenue in Waddell, heading toward Surprise. On a dirt road 15 ...

I love to learn about new-to-me, region-specific recipes—especially when it’s a dish with an ingredient or method that’s ...

Some Costa Mesa residents are being notified citrus trees in their yards may need to be sprayed with insecticide or removed, after state agriculture officials confirmed the detection of harmful ...

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 ...

Trim dead, damaged, or crowded branches to boost fruit quality and keep trees tidy. Thinning the canopy and reducing height improves sun exposure, airflow, and ease of care. Regular pruning supports ...

You can add beauty and interest to your patio with citrus trees grown in containers. There are several types of these miniature trees that can be grown in containers — trees that have all the appeal ...

Asian citrus psyllids (ACPs) carry a bacteria that causes a fatal citrus-tree disease called Huanglongbing, for which there is no cure. Photo courtesy of the USDA. The California Department of Food ...