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More cracking, if you zoom in you can see a vinegar fly on task, already hunting for a site on the damaged fruit to put down a clutch of eggs. All is as it should be.
Strawberries and Caneberries: Article

Water Damage in Strawberry

May 11, 2024
By Mark P Bolda
The rain on Saturday (about 0.6" total by my gauge), did present a setback for area strawberry growers. Not too much, but still damage has been evident, it is worth noting that that for many varieties grown on the Central Coast water accumulation over 0.5" inches means damage for mature fruit.
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A lady beetle, aka ladybug, with newly deposited eggs. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Happy Mother's Day!

May 10, 2024
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
In the human world, we recognize Mother's Day as a special day to celebrate all mothers. It's a day that Anna Jarvis of Grafton, West Va., established on May 10, 1909 with a worship service at St. Andrew's Methodist Church, Grafton. Lady beetles, aka ladybugs, are mothers, too.
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California 4-H Grown: Article

2024 Higher Education Scholarships

May 10, 2024
By Eve S Dowdell
You all are dedicated and passionate about pursuing academic or vocational education at a higher level. See the stupendous recipients below. This scholarship is given to students pursuing any field of scholastic endeavor.
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Staff Assembly: Article

Thanks to our SAC alums

May 10, 2024
Our thanks to the many volunteers who have served on Staff Assembly Council over the years. Their contributions contributed (and continue to contribute!) in so many ways to better experiences for all staff across UC ANR. Visit the SAC Alumni page.
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Trap snails and slugs beneath boards or flower pots. Collect frequently, smash and dispose. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
Fresno Gardening Green: Article

This week in the garden: May 10 - 16

May 10, 2024
The garden is in full bloom. Cut flowers and harvest produce frequently to encourage repeated production of flowers and veggies. Pull weeds and hoe often. Tasks Water and mow lawn. Set mower higher to shade out weeds and keep roots cool.
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Kern County: Article

Green Scene May 2024

May 10, 2024
Next Horticultural Tour Master Gardener Program Transition to Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment in California Rose Rosette Disease...
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