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A monarch butterfly nectars on a Mexican sunflower (Tithonia rotundifola) in a Vacaville pollinator garden on Sept. 3, 2023. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Monarchs on the Move

September 14, 2023
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
For the past 13 days, monarchs have fluttered in and out of our Vacaville garden, nectaring on the Tithonia and zinnia. They are a beautiful sight.
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Mosquito magnified to show insect biting someone.
The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

Pesky and Sometimes Deadly Mosquitoes

September 14, 2023
By Anne E Schellman
One early morning this past weekend while outside enjoying a cup of coffee, I noticed a cloud of mosquitoes buzzing around my legs. I jumped up and ran off. But too late! Not long after, I discovered at least 10 mosquito bites on my legs. I was annoyed but also a little concerned.
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Rancher Carol Kramer managing barb goatgrass with prescribed fire. Jul 13, 2023.
Ranching in the Sierra Foothills: Article

Lighting (Rx) Fires in July

September 14, 2023
By Daniel K Macon
Barb goatgrass (Aegilops triuncialis L.) is a winter annual grass native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia. According to a UCANR publication, it was introduced to Sacramento and El Dorado Counties via the importation of cattle from Mexico.
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Glenn County: Article

Sacramento Valley Walnut Newsletter Glenn County - Fall 2023

September 14, 2023
In This Issue Fall Walnut Considerations Freeze Reminder Cover Crops for a Wet Winter Nematode Management in Walnut Meeting Save the Dates Trees-to-Tomatoes Walnut Variety Trial Introduction New Advisor Introduction Sacramento Valley Orchard Source...
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