Section 8768 Of Part 5.5. Olive, Stone, And Pome Fruit Pest District Control Law From California Food And Agricultural Code >> Division 4. >> Part 5.5.

. The board in which the district is located shall, after consultation with the commissioner, supervise and direct, in accordance with the best known and accepted methods as determined by the board, all activities undertaken by the district for the control or eradication of olive, stone, or pome fruit pests. The board may authorize the use of nonchemical alternatives.