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Protecting California Citrus at home and around the world

The California Citrus Quality Council works with government agencies, international standards bodies, the University of California, and the citrus industry to keep California fruit compliant with phytosanitary, food safety, and pesticide-residue regulations in every market we serve.

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Since 1967 A science-based,
grower-supported nonprofit

Working alongside trusted partners

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“CCQC is pro-active and always maintains a science-based approach to the issues relating to the state's citrus industry.”

— From the CCQC Mission
1967Established
Who We Are

A nonprofit dedicated to the quality and reputation of California citrus

Formed in 1967, the California Citrus Quality Council is a nonprofit corporation supported by California citrus growers. We conduct the industry's quality assurance program under the California Citrus Improvement Program marketing order, in partnership with the Citrus Research Board.

Our work spans quarantine matters, technical assistance, international compliance, and pesticide policy — anticipating phytosanitary issues before they restrict export opportunities.

Science-based advocacy
Grower-funded & governed
International standards expertise
Ten-member Board of Directors
Learn About Our Mission
1967
Serving growers since
8+
International export markets
10
Board of Directors members
100%
Grower-supported nonprofit
What We Do

Programs and resources that keep citrus moving

From export compliance to crop health, CCQC delivers the technical guidance, advisories, and standards work the California citrus industry relies on.

Export Programs

Program overviews, workplans, registered shippers' lists, presentations, and country tariffs for every major citrus export market.

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Advisories

Timely international advisories on residue testing, copper applications, and expert recommendations from Korea, China, Australia, and beyond.

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Korea Septoria Program

NAVEK guidelines, handouts, spray application tables and notices, plus reports from government and private-industry experts.

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Invasive Pests

Latest updates on Oriental Fruit Fly, Pierce's Disease, glassy-winged sharpshooter, and others — with current quarantine maps and information.

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Food Safety

Downloadable presentations, handbooks, and materials from industry experts — guiding best practices for delivering safer produce.

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Chemical & Regulatory

Guidance on crop protection tools and pesticide policy issues that directly impact the California citrus industry.

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Export Programs

Compliance pathways for every major market

AUAustraliaPreclearance program & workplans KRKoreaSeptoria program & NAVEK guidelines CNChinaProtocol requirements & Phytophthora GAPS JPJapanProgram overview & registered shippers CLChileExport requirements & documentation VNVietnamNewly opened mandarin market — March 2026
Latest News

Advisories and industry updates

Stay current on export protocols, objective measurement reports, and regulatory changes affecting California citrus.

Featured Advisory

Vietnam Opens Its Market to California Mandarins

March 2026

Vietnam has opened to California mandarin exports — a significant new opportunity for the industry. CCQC's advisory library covers the protocol requirements, residue testing guidance, and documentation growers and shippers need to participate.

Read the Advisory

Recent postings

March 10, 2026
CDFA Releases 2025/26 California Valencia Orange Objective Measurement Report
Feb 24, 2026
Advisory — China and Korea Second Copper Application
Jan 7, 2026
Citrus MRLs in Major Export Markets
Jan 5, 2026
Advisory — Piperonyl Butoxide MRL
Oct 8, 2025
Advisory — China Protocol and Phytophthora GAPS
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Tools & References

Resources at your fingertips

Practical references the California citrus industry uses every season.

MRL Databases

Maximum residue limits for citrus across major export markets.

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Crop Profile & PMSP

Crop profile and the Pest Management Strategic Plan for citrus.

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Statistics

Production data and objective measurement reports for California citrus.

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Other Resources

Additional links, references, and partner materials for the industry.

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Have a question about citrus compliance?

Whether you're navigating a new export market or need guidance on residue standards, the CCQC team is here to help the California citrus industry stay ahead.

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