Understanding the Quarantine:
Over the past six months, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) have expanded quarantine boundaries in response to the spread of Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening disease. This action affects multiple counties across Southern California, including parts of Riverside, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange counties.
The latest expansion, effective April 22, 2025, has added new areas to the quarantine zone, specifically the Riverside area of Riverside County (grid 472) and the Valley Center area of San Diego County (grid 500). These regions are now part of the Asian Citrus Psyllid Bulk Citrus Regional Quarantine Zone 6, aimed at aligning with broader HLB containment efforts.
Our Commitment:
We are committed to adhering to these measures for the greater good of our community and the future health of our state’s citrus industry. Officials are continually expanding monitoring and containment strategies to curb the spread of the disease. Meanwhile, research institutions and government agencies are working diligently to seek long-term solutions.
How You Can Help:
To do your part to help suppress the spread of Huanglongbing (HLB), be sure to inspect your trees and spray them when they encounter any insect infestations by applying the proper insecticides. You can stop in our store to pickup “Bug Buster-O” which kills more than 100 listed insects — currently in stock.
We’re eager to bring back our full range of citrus products and will update you as soon as conditions allow. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.