Citrus ranchers use dogs to find bacteria

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By Marissa Nall / Thursday, January 30th, 2020 / Comments Off on Citrus ranchers use dogs to find bacteria

A handler and dog with the company F1-K9 search for a bacterial infection known as HLB in citrus trees at Leavens Ranches in Ventura. (Marissa Nall photo) To contain the spread of a deadly citrus pest, early detection is key. And one of the best defenses around turns out to be a four-legged friend. A…

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