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Monthly news round up: January 2018

January 31, 2018
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Woodland as ag hub topic of forum (Woodland Daily Democrat) Jenice Tupolo, Jan. 30 Developing Woodland as an agricultural center is becoming more of a reality, even as local organizations worked together in creating a forum focused on agricultural innovation in Yolo County. ...
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Discover what makes a really awesome campfire...and plan one yourself!
California 4-H Grown: Article

A great line-up at the 2018 California 4-H Camping Conference

January 31, 2018
By Suzanne Morikawa
Every two years, volunteers, youth and staff gather to learn, explore, and connect at the California 4-H Camping Conference. This year it will be held April 6-8 at Camp Redwood Glen in San Mateo County. The gathering has become an anticipated high-point for those involved in the 4-H camp scene.
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Red maples in my neighbor's front garden.
What's Growing On - San Joaquin UC Master Gardeners: Article

Avoid problems with some smaller trees for shade and color.

January 31, 2018
By Marceline D Sousa
A friend asked me recently if there are modest sized trees to plant for shade. Her recent experience was removing a Magnolia tree which had cracked up her driveway. The back-hoe operator, who took out the root-ball, said it was the largest he had ever removed.
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Norman Smith
UC Master Gardeners- Diggin' it in SLO: Article

Mydid Flies

January 31, 2018
By Maria Murrietta
Youdid, Wedid, Medid, Shedid, Hedid, Mydid? Mydid Flies, genus Mydas Good bugs or not so good? Norm Knows.
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Infestation of young redhumped caterpillars. [Credit: Jack Kelly Clark]
Community Pest News: Article

Redhumped Caterpillars

January 31, 2018
By Karey Windbiel-Rojas
The redhumped caterpillar is a familiar pest of fruit and nut trees such as plum, almond, cherry, and apple, as well as ornamental trees like liquidambar and birch. These caterpillars can reach high populations in our area, sometimes defoliating entire branches or entire trees.
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