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- Olive Knot
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UC Pest Management Guidelines (UC Statewide IPM Project Web Site)
UC Cooperative Extension Cost and Return Studies
- Almonds
  Double Line Drip Irrigation. Southern San Joaquin Valley. 2016 PDF
- Almonds
  Flood Irrigated. San Joaquin Valley North. 2011. PDF
- Almonds
  Micro-sprinkler. San Joaquin Valley North. 2016. PDF
- Olive Oil
  Super High Density. San Joaquin Valley 2007. PDF
- Olives - San Joaquin Valley. 2005 PDF
- Pecans - Sacramento/San Joaquin Valley - 2005. PDF
- Pistachios
  Low Volume Irrigation - San Joaquin Valley South. 2015. PDF
- Walnuts
  Late Leafing - Lateral Bearing. San Joaquin Valley North. 2017. PDF
- Walnuts
  Micro-Sprinkler Irrigation - San Joaquin Valley North. 2007 PDF

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Introducing UC President-designate Dr. Michael V. Drake

July 7, 2020

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

Dear UC Colleagues, As Chair of the Board of Regents, I am delighted to share with you that Michael V. Drake, MD, will become the 21st President of the University of California. Dr.

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You will learn about amazing moths at the Bohart Museum of Entomology's Virtual Moth Open House from 1 to 2 p.m., Saturday, July 25. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Bug Squad: Article

Ready for the Virtual Moth Open House at the Bohart Museum of Entomology?

July 7, 2020

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

There will be no hot chocolate. There will be no cookies. But not to worry--there will be moths! And lots of them! It's traditional for the Bohart Museum of Entomology at UC Davis to serve hot chocolate and cookies at its annual Moth Open House.

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Small and Organic Farm Advisor: Article

The Heat is On: Soil Solarization

July 7, 2020

By Margaret G Lloyd

The days are long and the temperatures are high. This is a great time to solarize the soil in the Central Valley as a way to manage annual weeds and improve the growth of fall crops.

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Citrus leaves exhibiting symptoms of huanglongbing infection.

Green Blog: Article

UC Riverside researcher discovers first effective treatment for citrus-destroying disease

July 7, 2020

By Jeannette Warnert

UC Riverside scientists have found the first substance capable of controlling Citrus Greening Disease, which has devastated citrus farms in Florida and also threatens California.

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Entomologist Jeff Smith curates the 500,000 Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths) collection at the Bohart Museum of Entomology, UC Davis. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Entomology & Nematology News: Article

Bohart Museum Sets 'Virtual Moth Open House Night'

July 7, 2020

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

In commemoration of National Moth Week, the Bohart Museum of Entomology is planning a Virtual Moth Open House from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 25. The Bohart Museum will live-stream the free open house on Facebook.

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UC Delivers: Article

Teens-as-teachers summer programming increases youth leadership and physical activity

July 7, 2020

75% of teen-teachers reported being physically active on 5 or more days while gaining confidence and leadership skills through innovative Healthy Choices in Motion programming in San Mateo County.

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Kern County: Article

Kern UCCE/DWR Weekly Crop Water Use Report 07-06-2020

July 7, 2020

Please see below link to access "How To Use Weekly Crop Water Use (ET) Reports to Assist Farm Water Management" How To Use Weekly Crop Water Use Report Please see below link to access "Weekly ET Report 07-06-2020" ET Report 07-06-2020 Please see disclaimer link below: University of California Divisi...

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Mom and I, Run To Feed The Hungry in Sac (family photos provided by P. Pashby)

Under the Solano Sun: Article

A Love for Gardening

July 7, 2020

Like many of you, Mother's Day triggers many fond memories of my childhood and the deeper friendship that evolved with my Mom over the years once I got over my rebellious teen phase. I dearly miss my Mom, but also celebrate her spirit with the love I developed for gardening.

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Monterey County: Article

4-H County Record Book contest and verification open

July 7, 2020

July 7th, 2020 The Monterey County 4-H program offers 2 ways to enhance the value of the 4-H Record Book. Members can: Take part in the annual County 4-H Record Book contest that is open now through July 21st.

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Colusa County: Article

July 2020

July 7, 2020

Book of the Month Mister Owitas Guide to Gardening Ornamental Plant of the Month Germander Edible Plant of the Month Espaliering Fruit Trees Recipe of the Month Coconut Molasses Pie We are at the Arbuckle Farmers Market on Wednesdays.

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