Ongoing research

Join us at two upcoming field days to discuss on-farm utilization of N-rich reference zones, soil nitrate quick tests, and UC web tools for improved N management in California small grains. The first event is next Wednesday, 4/20/22 from 9:30am 12:00pm in Kings County at Hansen Ranches (35.

Blessed with good soil, I usually grow all of my vegetables in the ground, but this year I was tempted to create a raised bed for strawberries with space for some vegetables too.

Passionfruit and Dragonfruit Growers Pest Control Workshop From: Jonathan H. Crane, Tropical Fruit Crop Specialist and Jeff Wasielewski, Commercial Tropical Fruit Agent April 19, 2022, Time 10AM-12PM - 1.

April 20 (9 - 11 AM) Seminar/Webinar Topic CE Units Available Speaker & Topic: Rebecca Barboza, California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Speaking on Mounain Lion ecology, general facts, status in California, CDFW policies, and conflict prevention.

Fire is a normal part of the natural environment in California, so if you live in the wildland-urban interface (WUI), it's not so much a question of if, but of when your home will be exposed to wildfire.

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This is a bit of a sad time of year, when I learn of all the pending departures due to retirement. Don't get me wrong, I fully recognize the excitement associated with retirement. Bill, Lorna, and others keep me well aware of the advantages.

The UC Davis Entomology Games Team won the championship at the annual meeting of the Pacific Branch, Entomological Society of America, held April 10-13 in Santa Rosa, by defeating the UC Riverside Entomology Games Team.

Why Plant a Vegetable Garden? Tips for Gardening with Kids What to Plant When?

When Al Murphy first took the reins at the UC Hopland Research and Extension Center (HREC) back in the 1950s, he had the joy of listening to California red-legged frogs living in a couple of perennial ponds.