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UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Garden Scene Investigator - Irvine

Aug 27, 2025

Is it a bug, a fungus or a four legged pest?  Having problems in your garden?  Learn how to be more observant and gather information that can lead you to a diagnosis and treatment. You'll learn how to use your powers of observation and trusted internet resources to solve garden problems, identify…
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closeup of many foxtail seedheads ready to disperse
Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

“Foxtail”: A Fearsome Weed of Many Names

August 18, 2025
By Judy Quan
 Weeds are a perennial problem for gardeners.  One of the most feared weeds for pet owners is the “foxtail”.  The “foxtail” is the seed from a variety of different grassy weeds, and the seed has barbed awns (stiff bristles) with a sharp point that goes in easily and barbs that prevent the…
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closeup of many foxtail seedheads ready to disperse
Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

“Foxtail”: A Fearsome Weed of Many Names

August 18, 2025
By Judy Quan
 Weeds are a perennial problem for gardeners.  One of the most feared weeds for pet owners is the “foxtail”.  The “foxtail” is the seed from a variety of different grassy weeds, and the seed has barbed awns (stiff bristles) with a sharp point that goes in easily and barbs that prevent the…
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The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

SEPTEMBER IN THE GARDEN – What Bees Might You See?

August 18, 2025
By Anne E Schellman
 Honeybees (Apis mellifera) are the only bees you may see in your garden year-round. Other bees are seasonal, with different species appearing at different times of the year. Here are three of the California native bees you may see in your garden during September; all are important pollinators:…
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Integrated Pest Management - Orange County

What is IPM? Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an ecosystem-based approach that prioritizes long-term pest prevention through methods like biological control, habitat modification, and using resistant plant varieties. Pesticides are used only when necessary, after monitoring determines they are needed…
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Ways to Enhance Your HomepageThis page shows additional elements you can use to improve your homepage. These features can add variety, highlight key information, and give visitors more ways to explore your content. Remember, you do not need to use every option. Keep your homepage simple, balanced, and easy…
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ANR Contracts & Grants Updates: Article

USGS Water Resources Research Act Grant Programs

August 18, 2025
By Kendra T Rose
USGS Releases New Funding Opportunities for Water Resource ResearchThe U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has released two new funding opportunities aimed at advancing research on pressing water resource challenges. These calls support studies on PFAS in water systems, the economic value of the national…
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Bee on a stick
Under the Solano Sun: Article

The Watering Hole

August 18, 2025
By Jennifer M Baumbach
 How many of us have found drowned bees in our pools? I have found them for years and want to share a way to, hopefully, prevent this from happening. I have several large plant saucers around the yard that I keep full, one of which is by the pool. I also have saucers near plants frequented by bees, like…
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Hannah Thompson joins KQED Forum to discuss the history and future of school fitness testing

August 18, 2025
By Danielle Lee, Hannah R Thompson
Nutrition Policy Institute researcher Hannah Thompson joined KQED Forum to discuss the current administration's efforts to resume the Presidential Fitness Test in schools. In her interview, Thompson explained how the US dismantled physical education programs in 2002 through the No Child Left Behind Act,…
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Ground squirrel in grass. Photo by Devii Rao.
On the Range: Article

California ground squirrel impacts to livestock forage

August 18, 2025
By Devii R Rao
Research update from a project throughout Central California1This post is by Devii Rao, Roger Baldwin, Theresa Becchetti, Josh Davy, Royce Larsen, Fadzayi Mashiri, Ryan Meinerz, and Rebecca OzeranClick here for the pdf fact sheet version of this article. Ground squirrel damage described by ranchers …
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