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Research Update on Control of Pythium Wilt on Lettuce

January 7th, 2022
Pythium wilt of lettuce (Pythium uncinulatum) continued to be a significant production problem in lettuce fields in 2021. The levels of infection were not as extensive or severe as in 2020, but the damage caused by this disease was nonetheless problematic and serious in many fields.
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On-Line Nitrogen Mineralization Tool Available

January 5th, 2022
By Kelley L Sivertson
Richard Smith, Farm Advisor Daniel Geisseler, Professor of Nutrient Management at UC Davis has developed a tool for estimating the mineralization of nitrate-N from organic amendments.
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Grants ($$$) Available for California Farmers and Ranchers

November 12th, 2021
By Michael D Cahn
CDFA's Healthy Soils Program (HSP) and the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) are currently accepting applications! If you are an agricultural operation looking to save water and/or improve your soils then these programs might be for you.
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