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A dorsal view of a syprhid fly sunning itself on a leaf. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Syrphid Flies Are Pollinators, Too

November 16, 2023
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Sometimes overlooked as pollinators are the syrphid flies, also known as "hover flies" or "flower flies." Unfortunately, they are often mistaken for honey bees. Hey, if it's a critter on a flower, it's a bee, right? Not necessarily! Syrphid flies are easily distinguished from honey bees.
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UC Cooperative Extension Imperial County: Article

November 2023

November 16, 2023
34th ANNUAL FALL DESERT CROPS WORKSHOP AGENDA 2023 WESTERN ALFALFA & FORAGE SYMPOSIUM IMPERIAL VALLEY CIMIS REPORT AND UC WATER MANAGEMENT RESOURCES...
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predatory mite
Topics in Subtropics: Article

Guide to Predatory Mites

November 16, 2023
By Ben A Faber
Publication Number: 8696 Copyright Date: 2023 Length: 76 pp. Language: English ISBN-13: 978-1-62711-173-7 DOI: 10.3733/ucanr.8696 Author: E. E. GRAFTON-CARDWELL, ET AL.
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airblast sprayer
Topics in Subtropics: Article

Airblast Sprayers - Good or Bad Air

November 16, 2023
By Ben A Faber
Airblast sprayers are the most used equipment for pesticide application in perennial specialty crops in the San Joaquin Valley and across California.
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UC Cooperative Extension Napa County: Article

Water Resources & Resiliency Program in Napa

November 16, 2023
Dr. Qicheng Tang recently joined the UCCE-Napa team, and is responsible for research and education in water resources and resiliency. There are many ways to get involved with Dr. Tang's program, including a newsletter, seminars and community science projects.
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Garlic scape by grongar is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

The Great Garlic Experiment

November 16, 2023
Our family loves a farmers market. My toddler loves picking out produce, bread, and snacks she can eat immediately, and my partner and I love discovering new fruits and veggies.
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French evolutionary biologist Etienne GJ Danchin
Bug Squad: Article

Amazing World of Nematodes: 'Parasitic Success in Absence of Sex'

November 15, 2023
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Would you like to learn more about nematodes--specifically, "Parasitic Success in the Absence of Sex: What Have We Learned from Nematode Genomes?" French evolutionary biologist Etienne GJ Danchin will discuss that topic at a seminar on Monday, Nov.
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Kearney news updates: Article

Small Farm Tech Expo Hosted at Kearney

November 15, 2023
By Ryan D Puckett
Kearney REC's parking lot was filled to near capacity on Wednesday, November 8th as over 130 attendees and vendors came for the Small Farm Tech Expo hosted by UC Cooperative Extension, Community Alliance with Family Farmers and Small Farm Tech Hub.
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