Ongoing research

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November 20, 2023 Glenn County 4-H is Collecting Coats for Kids! As the season changes and the cold days are upon us, some members of our community are in need of some warmth this winter.

Hello all! If you are interested in being in the Rabbit Project, learning more about rabbits, learning what a rabbit show is all about or just looking at several hundred cute rabbits...

This field day was held on September 29, 2023, at the Kearney Ag Research and Extension Center in Parlier, CA. We had good attendance and vibrant participation from everybody present. Many of the attendees provided feedback upon our request by completing a survey.

The colors of autumn are especially beautiful this year. Tree leaves are turning brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and even purple. Read about the trees you've noticed around town that are currently popping with color.

California wheat farmers could both maintain their yields and improve soil health by growing annual wheat without tilling the soil year after year.

Residents in multiple Southern California and Northern California counties should not move homegrown fruits and vegetables from their properties to help contain several species of fruit fly that can destroy crops and impact the livelihoods of local farmers.

Rice production in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta region has been steadily increasing in recent years (Table 1). While Delta acreage is only a fraction of that in the Sacramento Valley, Delta yields are consistent with statewide averages.

Pocket gophers (Thomomys bottae) may be responsible for more damage to orchards than any other mammal species. It can be important to minimize their presence in orchards and this is particularly relevant for young trees that are highly susceptible to gopher damage.