UC Weed Science (weed control, management, ecology, and minutia)

VOC regulations affect the San Joaquin Valley

April 27, 2015
By Cheryl A Reynolds
It's that time of year when volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions released from nonfumigant pesticide applications can impair air quality. Regulations are in effect that growers and pest control advisers should know about, especially for the San Joaquin Valley starting May 1.
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Weed Management is an Important Component of Citrus Production

April 23, 2015
By Sonia I Rios
Citrus integrated pest management (IPM) programs typically utilize a combination of control practices, like cultural, mechanical, and chemical, to minimize competitive effects of weeds on crop productivity.
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JOB OPENING :: Agricultural Technician

April 23, 2015
By Gale Perez
Agricultural Technician for Weed Science Program at Rice Research Station (Biggs, CA)* Starting date: ASAP Position: Full-time (40 hrs/week) for 4-5 months Job summary: With supervision, set up and establish field and greenhouse experiments at the Rice Experiment Station in Biggs, CA (position is lo...
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Early Detection and Rapid Response

April 20, 2015
By Chris J McDonald
Developing, managing, maintaining and testing an early detection and rapid response program (EDRR) will enable property owners to combat new weeds before they become a problem. EDRR is a system used to find new weeds and then treat those weeds before they spread and become an even greater problem.
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