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UC Master Gardener Program of Riverside County: Article

Garden Views, 2024.05 - May/Jun 2024

June 1, 2024
In this issue: Skylar McDonald describes the Master Gardener 2024 Graduation; Alex Groves announces Janet Hartins retirement; Debbie OBrien recounts the 2024 Class Presentations; Jan Seaman updates the Revitalization Project for Palm Springs Animal Shelter; Ann Platzer paints for us the Satyr Comma...
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Do yourself a favor and avoid invasive plants.

June 1, 2024
When my husband and I first started gardening at our new Napa home, we made many errors. One of the big mistakes was planting invasive plants. We really wanted bamboo, but we did know it had a reputation for taking over gardens.
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Against a backdrop of hay bales, 5 youth hold ribbons and posters of their contest placing. Kneeling in front of them is an adult coach and 2 youth holding ribbons.

4-H Highlights from the UC Davis CA&ES Field Day

May 31, 2024
By Erica A Pettey
Ten 4-H counties participated in the UC Davis College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Field Day on Saturday, March 2, 2024. The 4-H teams competed in contests on Vet Science and Light Horse Judging, as well as the State Qualifier for 4-H Livestock Judging.
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ANR Employee News: Article

2024-25 UC Cooperative Extension positions announced

May 31, 2024
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Vice President Glenda Humiston announced on May 24 the approval of new University of California Cooperative Extension Advisor and Specialist positions for recruitment in 2024-25. The list includes 29 UC Cooperative Extension advisor positions and 20 UCCE specialist positions.
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UC Davis distinguished professor James R. Carey has written numerous research articles on the Mediterranean fruit fly.

Medfly Invasion Crisis in California: What Should Be Done?

May 31, 2024
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
During the initial throes of the Mediterranean fruit fly invasion in California, protesters disagreeing with the California Department of Food and Agriculture's eradication procedures and policies used to sing the catchy tune, "There Ain't No Bugs on Me," the work of Jerry Garcia and David Grisman.
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2 adults stand with 5 youth holding a large calendar poster
California 4-H Grown: Article

Ventura County 4-H'ers Take Avian Bowl State Title

May 31, 2024
By Erica A Pettey
The 2024 Avian Bowl 4-H State Qualifier Contest was held during the Greater Society of Poultry Fanciers' Show at the Fresno Fairgrounds on Saturday, February 24, 2024. The 2024 Avian Bowl State Champion Team is led by Zuzu H., Ean R., Samuel B., and Melanie S. from Ventura County 4-H.
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Warm summer evenings in Fresno are perfect for backyard barbecues. (Photo: Pixabay)
Fresno Gardening Green: Article

This week in the garden: May 31 - June 6

May 31, 2024
Enjoy the balmy early summer evenings with a poolside barbecue, homemade ice cream or outdoor dining. Tasks Be sure your watering schedule conforms to new guidelines. Check sprinkler timer settings at least once a month. Water citrus being careful not to overwater.
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Tadpole Shrimp Issues in 2024

May 31, 2024
By Luis Espino
I received several calls and comments about issues with tadpole shrimp this spring. While this pest is well known to growers and PCAs, it can still be difficult to manage during planting time. Mistiming of insecticide application can result in shrimp damage.
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