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UCR Citrus History

The Citrus Experiment Station, founded in 1907, became a world center for research in citrus and subtropical horticulture.  From these roots the University of California Riverside evolved as an institution, continuing a tradition of excellence in science.  This exhibit commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Citrus Experiment Station and celebrates citrus history on campus and in our community.

In 1873, two small navel oranges were sent to Eliza Tibbets in Riverside.  From these trees an agricultural industry was born that shaped “The Golden State.”  Today, the UCR Citrus Variety Collection maintains citrus stock as a genetic resource for research.  The California Citrus State Historical Park in Riverside preserves groves to tell the story of the industry's role in history.

Citrus has influenced our local culture.  It is a theme depicted in art, literature, and in community events.  In 2005, the campus premiered the play Orange Grove written by Kate Anger in the UCR Theater Department.  The city of Riverside celebrates its heritage at the annual Orange Blossom Festival.  In 2006 and 2007 many special events on campus will mark the 100th Anniversary of the Citrus Experiment Station.    

	The Citrus Industry edited by Walter Reuther, Herbert John Webber and Leon Dexter Batchelor with the collaboration of J. Henry Burke.  University of California, Division of Agricultural Sciences, 1967- Rev. ed.  UCR Science Library SB369 .C582 Available full text online: http://lib.ucr.edu/agnic/webber/
	Selling the Gold: A History of Sunkist & Pure Gold Citrus Roots .. Our Legacy Vol I By Rahno Mabel MacCurdy, V.A.Lockabey, edited by R.H. Barker
	Citrus Genetic Resources in California: Analysis and Recommendations for Long-term Conservation : Report of the Citrus Genetic Resources Assessment Task Force   UCR Science Library SB369.2.C2 C53 2001 by T.L. Kahn ... [et al.]  Genetic Resources Conservation Program, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of California
	Color Handbook of Citrus Diseases, 4th edition    by Leo J. Klotz University of California, Division of Agricultural Sciences  UCR Science Library SB608.C5 K58 1973
	Growing Citrus Trees By Geoff Godden  Lothian Pub. Co UCR Science Library SB369.5.A8 G63 1988
	Citrus: Production, Postharvest, Disease and Pest Management By S. Mukhopadhyay     Science Publishers UCR Science Library SB369 .M875 2004
	The Orange Its Biochemistry and Physiology edited by Walton B. Sinclair   University of California, Division of Agricultural Sciences UCR Science Library SB370.O7 S5 1961
	Orange Grove by Kathryn Anne Anger UCR Rivera Library PS3601.N55 O73 2004 University of California, Riverside  M.F.A. Thesis