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Doctoral student Ann Holmes holds up a bat specimen. Next to her is Lynn Kimsey, director of the Bohart Museum and professor of entomology at UC Davis. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Bohart Museum Open House: A Science of a Day

January 20, 2020
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
It was a "Science of a Day" at the UC Davis Bohart Museum of Entomology open house last Saturday afternoon, Jan. 18. For three hours, six UC Davis doctoral students discussed their research and fielded questions from the 270-plus guests, ranging from pre-kindergarten students to senior citizens.
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ANR Employee News: Article

Are your ANR logos current?

January 20, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
The graphic design team worked throughout the fall to update logos in the UC ANR brand family, in English and Spanish, as well as an array of downloadable templates.
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Mushrooms

January 20, 2020
But if you feel adventurous and think you can pluck them from the wild, BE CAREFUL.
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Harry Steven Dasher
ANR Employee News: Article

In memoriam: Steve Dasher

January 20, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Harry Steven Dasher, emeritus 4-H youth advisor, passed away at his home in San Diego on Jan. 4, 2020. He was 68.
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HOrT COCO-UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa: Article

Sycamore Trees -- Big and Problems

January 20, 2020
Subject: Control of Anthracnose on Sycamore Trees Advice for the Home Gardener from the Help Desk of the UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County MGCC Help Desk Response to Sprays for Control of Anthracnose on Sycamores: Thank you for contacting the UC Master Gardener Program Help Desk with...
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HOrT COCO-UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa: Article

Storing and Planting Early Spring Bulbs

January 20, 2020
Client's Request: What bulbs can I plant in the spring? Where can I buy them? Thanks Help Desk's Response: Thank you for contacting the UC Master Gardener Program Help Desk with your question about bulbs that can be planted in spring.
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House mice prefer grains but will consume many different foods. (Credit: R Marsh)
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Winter Pest Prevention in the Home

January 19, 2020
It's often easier to prevent pests before they become a problem than to try and get rid of them once they infest a home. While some pests can be active year-round, cooler temperatures trigger some pests to find shelter indoors.
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photos by Michelle Davis
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Mendocino Botanical Gardens Part 2

January 18, 2020
Betty Victor wrote a wonderful blog about Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens recently. She encouraged blog readers to visit, and I can heartily second that. What many may not know is that December is actually a beautiful time to visit.
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