Chaos as notorious pest that can wreck California’s food crops spreads

State authorities announced a 77-square-mile quarantine this week after five Mexican fruit flies were detected in La Mesa, ...
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Invasive Mexican fruit fly found during routine inspection in La Mesa, quarantine issued

A quarantine has been issued after Mexican fruit flies were found in La Mesa, affecting El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, San Diego and Santee.

Part of San Diego County quarantined for large, invasive, crop-destroying fruit fly

The Mexican fruity fly is one of the most invasive species of fruit flies and could impact 50 different types of fruits and ...

CDFA declares new quarantine area after finding Mexican fruit flies in La Mesa

The zone is bordered by the San Diego River to the north, Sweetwater Reservoir to the south, I-15 to the west, and El Cajon to the east.

Quarantine zone issued in San Diego County after discovery of Mexican fruit flies

A quarantine zone has been issued in San Diego County after Mexican fruit flies were discovered during a routine inspection.

Mexican fruit flies found in La Mesa prompt quarantine in parts of San Diego County

The quarantine affects Spring Valley, Bonita and the cities of El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, San Diego and Santee.
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Mexican fruit flies trigger South Texas quarantines to protect crops

Mexican fruit flies are threatening Texas crops and prompting quarantines. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Texas Department of Agriculture have quarantined more than ...
Southeast Missourian

'Mexican' fruit salad has refreshing zip

The inspiration for this refreshingly zippy fruit salad comes from the outdoor Mexican fruit stands, the "puestos de frutas" that serve fresh fruit with a pinch of chili powder, as well as water and ...