Kingsville Citrus Center Library

Weslaco, TX, USA

The Texas A&M University-Kingsville Citrus Center, established in 1948, is dedicated to advancing the citrus industry in Texas through research and education. It conducts basic and applied research, develops innovative solutions, and utilizes cutting-edge technologies to ensure the competitiveness of Texas citrus growers. The center also focuses on nurturing talent by integrating undergraduate and graduate student training into its research programs, cultivating skilled professionals for the citrus sector. Services include managing the state's certified budwood program, providing pathogen-free budwood, and housing a USDA-certified diagnostic laboratory for exotic disease detection. Research findings are disseminated through publications, presentations, and consultations.