- Author: Lynn M. Sosnoskie
- Author: Ted Webster
- Author: Stanley Culpepper
Palmer amaranth is a highly competitive weed of field corn, peanut, soybean and, especially, cotton. Biotypes resistant to glyphosate have been confirmed throughout the SE USA; in 2012, glyphosate-resistance in Palmer amaranth is suspected to occur in the Southern San Joaquin Valley here in California.
Herbicide resistance can develop de novo in plant populations via spontaneous genetic mutation, meiotic recombination and transposable element activity. Herbicide resistance can also be acquired via gene-flow, which is achieved through the movement of seeds and pollen. For species like Palmer...
- Author: Gale Perez
EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
University of California Allium Workgroup & California Garlic and Onion Research Advisory Board bring you the latest research results for Growers and Allied Industry
California Garlic and Onion Symposium 2013
Monday, February 11, 2013
UC Cooperative Extension, Tulare County
Agriculture Building Auditorium (4437 S. Laspina Street, Tulare, CA)
(Directly across the street from the World AG Expo)
For more information, see attached flyer
- Author: Gale Perez
Area Agronomy Advisor
Serving Colusa, Sutter and Yuba Counties
Across California, the University of California’s Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is an engine for problem solving. Serving as the bridge between local issues and the power of UC research, our more than 300 campus-based specialists...
- Author: Joseph DiTomaso
While there are several publications that provide information on the management of weeds in agricultural systems, there is currently no comprehensive book that provides control options for invasive and weedy species in natural areas. However, the first such book is now available. Weed Control in Natural Areas in the Western United States was published by the Weed Research and Information Center at the University of California and can be purchased in California from the California Invasive Plant Council or directly at this link CLICK HERE. The book covers non-chemical and chemical control options for...
- Author: Gale Perez
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United States Department Of Agriculture Position Announcement The Exotic and Invasive Weeds Research Unit is seeking a scientist at its Davis, CA worksite, to conduct research and serve as Lead Scientist on an aquatic plant management project using integrated control approaches. Initial focus is expected to be on invasive plants important to the Sacramento/ San Joaquin River Delta and will include... |
