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The Power of Fungi

March 19, 2021
By Ben A Faber
Paraquat is a very lethal pesticide that requires sime pretty heavy level of protective gear if it is to be used. It's an old pesticide and there are many newer ones that are much safer to use. Here's an example of the power of fungi to neutralize this chemical.
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Heat, Wind, Freeze, Wind, Repeat

March 17, 2021
By Ben A Faber
And what do you get, a defoliated tree. And a defolated tree has no way of moving water through its system. The leaves are not there to transpire and create a flow of water through the tree. When hot day comes and it does not need to be much hotter than 80 deg the bark will heat up and burn.
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Walking the Avocado Area of Cal Poly SLO

March 12, 2021
By Ben A Faber
Virtual Avocado Field Day 2021 Zooming to Healthier Trees and Soils April 14, 2021 (1 - 3pm) REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE Presented in partnership with the California Avocado Society, Inc.
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