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Citrus research seminar July 10

July 1, 2009

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An educational citrus seminar will be held July 10, in Santa Paula, Calif., sponsored by the Citrus Research Board and University of California Cooperative Extension.

— Registration: 8:15 a.m.

— Seminars: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Topics:

• “Epidemiology and management of Hyphoderma gummosis in Lemons” – Jim Adaskaveg, plant pathology, University of California (UC), Riverside

• “How can I be more efficient with my water?” – Larry Schwankl, irrigation specialist, UC Cooperative Extension

• “New mandarin varieties – Which are a “fit” for Ventura County conditions?” – Mikeal Roose, botany and plant sciences, UC Riverside

• “6 in 60 - News reports on current issues” – including an Asian citrus psyllid update from Ted Batkin, president, Citrus Research Board

The seminar is approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit.

The cost is $20 per person including lunch and course materials.

To register, call (559) 738-0246 by noon, July 7, or send an e-mail to [email protected]. Payment at the door will be accepted.

The seminar will be held at the Logsdons-at-the-Airport Restaurant, 824 E. Santa Maria Street, Santa Paula. Take the Palm exit off Highway 126 and watch for Airport signs.

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