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Voles, Rats and Mice - Oh My!

December 2, 2022
By Ben A Faber
Dr. Roger Baldwin, Cooperative Extension Specialist in Human-Wildlife Conflict Resolution in the Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology at UC Davis, discussed the management of voles, rats, and mice in agricultural fields with a particular emphasis on an IPM approach.
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The Taste of Citrus

November 30, 2022
By Ben A Faber
Lindcove Research and Extension Center Citrus Fruit Display and Tasting Event Friday December 9, 2022 22963 Carson Ave, Exeter CA 9:00 am 12:00 Taste fruit at your leisure Discuss low seeded varieties and new varieties, pest & disease management issues and horticultural issues with the UC researche...
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Talkin Avocados in the San Joaquin

November 16, 2022
By Ben A Faber
The meeting will include a presentation by Sam Santander (CDFA-Avocado Inspection Service), Ken Melban (CAC) and a Q/A on avocado growing in the SJV. There will be also 2 visits to GEM growers in the local area. Directions to the tour stops will be provided at the meeting.
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