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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

New study evaluates costs of school-based water promotion program

February 7, 2025
By Danielle Lee, Lorrene D Ritchie
A new study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provides insights into the costs of implementing Water First, a school-based water promotion program shown to prevent overweight in children.
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Tulare County Cooperative Extension: Article

Southern San Joaquin Needs Assessment Survey

February 7, 2025
Southern San Joaquin Needs Assessment Survey To better serve our clientele, Southern San Joaquin Valley Farm Advisors are conducting a short survey to get your input on the desired direction of our agriculture research, extension, and education programs.
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NSF Scam Alert

February 7, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
The U.S. National Science Foundation is aware of its name and likeness being used in a fraudulent manner. Scammers claiming to represent NSF inform individuals that they have won NSF grant money and can claim it for a fee.
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HLB symptoms

HLB in Brazilian Citrus

February 7, 2025
By Ben A Faber
The recent U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA FAS) annual report on Brazilian citrus included updates on citrus greening disease, production and planted area.
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Small lettuce sprouts in well-prepared soil.
Fresno Gardening Green: Article

This week in the garden: Feb. 7 - 13

February 7, 2025
When planting, group plants with similar water and sun requirements together. Tasks Sharpen tools to make cleaner cuts. Clean and maintain pruning equipment. Keep weeds under control remove or kill weeds before they mature and produce seeds. Pruning Deadhead winter annuals to prolong bloom.
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