Ongoing research

Half the battle in learning and development is knowing what you don't know. I have been collecting a running list of different ag-related tools and technologies that I think growers, managers, and crop consultants could benefit from.

Let's congratulate molecular geneticist-physiologist Joanna Chiu, professor and vice chair of the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology. Professor Chiu is the newly announced faculty recipient of the 2023 Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Mentoring Undergraduate Research.

Upon attending the Citrus Spray Field Day in November 2022 at the Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension (KARE) Center, 93% of participants reported learning much or very much about spray application best practices, which can lead to increased agricultural efficiency.

Kern County Almond Rootstock Field Day Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - 7:45am to 10:00am See attached for agenda, CORRECTED registration link, and map (We apologize for the confusion; the earlier edition contained an incorrect link to the registration survey.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture proposed new nutritional standards to improve the healthfulness of child nutrition programs, which includes school meals. The new rule sets strict sodium targets and the first ever restriction on added sugars.

There are several flatheaded boring beetles in California, however only a few are of particular concern. The goldspotted oak borer (GSOB), Agrilus auroguttatus, is a metallic wood-boring beetle that threatens our native trees.

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Invasive Spotlight: Highway Iceplant You've probably seen this invasive plant growing along highways or the coast in California.

It finally happened! The back yard has drip irrigation, complete with a timer controller. I am still working on tweaking the system, but I can see the difference already: evidence of a regular and evenly-watered garden. The bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) that I repotted a few weeks ago has grown fast.

And then eventually (and hopefully) EAT IT! How about making SEED BOMBS? Bean tepees? This show has so much detail, if you close your eyes, it could be like TV! Learn more and listen to "In The Garden" radio show podcasts.