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Can rakes save forests? Yes, as long as you have a drip torch in the other hand
Posted 12/11/2018 - The humble rake has been in the spotlight in recent weeks, and its role as a forest management tool ridiculed and scorned. However, most fire professionals believe rakes...

For family fun and treats - a winter farm visit
Posted 12/10/2018 - California farmers all over the state invite you to visit, shake off the city, learn a little and enjoy your holiday shopping the old-fashioned way; direct from the growers...

Lemon water tasting at UC research center kicks off an 18-month citrus sensory study
Posted 12/7/2018 - What flavors do you detect in a sip of lemon water? Are there notes of sweetness, sour, off flavors or fresh citrus taste? Scientists at the UC Kearney Agricultural Research...

Why mud daubers are on spider patrol
Posted 12/4/2018 - UC Cooperative Extension advisors are on the front line and get the most interesting questions from our community. Someone brought some wasps into our office, and was worried...

Honey: Nothing short of miraculous
Posted 11/28/2018 - “Honey, please pass the honey!” That simple request, prefaced with a term of endearment for good measure, means there's honey on the table. And well there...

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