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The Savvy Sage: Article

Tips on Hummingbirds

August 13, 2026
By Lynn Stanzel
 I love all birds, but hummingbirds are up there on my favorites list. They are amazing creatures and such a joy to observe. The frequency at which they flap their wings and the speed at which they can fly is mind-boggling. Their strong pectoral muscles make this possible. A hummingbird’s pectoral…
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Visit the IWP Training site for UC ANR web best practices and training, or find guidance on the responsible use of AI tools.
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California Institute for Water Resources: Page

SB 1157 Research Study

Home  ›  Research  ›  Research We Conduct  ›  SB 1157 Research Study Benefits & Impacts of California’s Indoor Water Use StandardA multi-university study evaluating how California’s 2030 indoor residential water use standard may affect water supply, wastewater, recycled…
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Osmia pollinating a blossom. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

'O' Is for Osmia

August 12, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 What an exciting research project!Doctoral candidate Alexia "Lexie" Martin of the laboratory of Rachel Vannette, professor and vice chair of the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology, has received a Garden Club of America (GSA) Board of Associates Centennial Pollinator Fellowship for her…
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ANR Contracts & Grants Updates: Article

New Funding Opportunities for Forestry and California Specialty Crop Research

August 12, 2026
By Kendra T Rose
Three new funding opportunities are available to support applied research, innovation, and resource management in forestry and California agriculture. Current opportunities include funding from the USDA Forest Service, California Blueberry Commission, and California Olive Committee.National Urban and…
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UC Master Gardener Program: Article

Visual Descriptions of 2026 Search for Excellence Posters

August 12, 2026
By Lauren L Snowden
First Place — Orange County Search for Excellence Poster Visual DescriptionThis hydroponics poster from the UC Master Gardeners of Orange County Hydroponics Team is arranged in landscape orientation and organized into four vertical sections.On the far left are two stacked images. The top image shows…
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2026 Search for Excellence Poster Showcase

The 2026 Search for Excellence Poster Showcase highlights outstanding projects submitted by UC Master Gardener Programs from across California. Explore this year’s submissions and celebrate the first-, second-, and third-place award recipients whose projects demonstrate excellence in volunteer-led education,…
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