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Lassen County Weed Research reports are summaries of various trials conducted within northeastern California. These reports are divided into two sections, before 2008 and after 2015.
The Weed Science Program area of focus includes agricultural and invasive weed control (chemical, mechanical, cultural, and biological control), weed ecology, weed monitoring and forecasting, vegetation restoration, and integrated control strategies.
Located in scenic, beautiful northeastern California, Lassen County covers an area approximately the size of Connecticut. It is a rural area with wide-open spaces and unpolluted, crystal clear blue skies.
Lassen County 4-H members, We will be permitting first year members, and only first year members, the opportunity to enroll in a market project up until January 31, 2025. This applies to all members, not just those enrolled in market poultry or market dairy steers.
Presentation Day gives members an opportunity to show off their public speaking skills in a variety of ways, including presentation, speech, demonstration, skit, or table-top display. Favorite Foods Day is a competition event to test skills in nutrition, menu planning, and food preparation.
The Field Crops Program area of focus includes soil fertility, pest management, irrigation management, product marketing, cropping rotations or schemes, and alternative crop development.
Tom Getts is the Weed Ecology and Cropping Systems Advisor for Lassen, Modoc, and Plumas-Sierra counties in northeastern California. He consults individually with farmers, ranchers, and others needing advice about weeds and invasive plants. He carries out several weed research projects each year.
In the valley below the Mayacamas, Master Gardener John Dennis (far right) shares Los Guilicos history during a Master Gardener meeting. Photos by Sonoma County Master Gardeners.
