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This blog shares news, information and resources relevant to UC ANR academics and staff across the state.

In memoriam: Gregorio Encina Billikopf

July 6, 2023

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

Gregorio Encina Billikopf, emeritus UC Cooperative Extension labor management farm advisor, passed away on July 5 in Citrus Heights. He was 68.

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Ray Valentine Photo by Annalisa Valentine

In memoriam: Ray Valentine remembered for genetic engineering of crops, transforming agriculture

July 5, 2023

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

The man who pioneered the field of genetic engineering for food crops has died.

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Two guys load a drone into a pickup. Working together for the benefit of all Californians. 2022 UC ANR Annual Report.

The UC ANR 2022 Annual Report is online

June 30, 2023

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

UC ANR's 2022 Annual Report is now live.

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Names in the News

June 29, 2023

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

Wheeler-Dykes returns to roots with tree crops, weeds For Becky Wheeler-Dykes, the UC Cooperative Extension orchard systems and weed ecology advisor for Glenn, Tehama and Colusa counties, her new position is deeply rooted in her background.

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June is Pride Month. Promoting positivity and equal rights for all.

LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group compiles articles, videos

June 29, 2023

By Michael Hsu

To commemorate Pride Month in June, the LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group at UC ANR has assembled links to articles and videos that offer historical context and additional information for the community. Pride Month https://www.loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/about/ https://youth.

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