Ongoing research

Although the best time to plant natives is late fall, winter, and early spring, NOW would be a great time to consider transforming your landscape to natives due to the drought conditions hanging on this year (2021).

Field research in agricultural and natural resource science has been ongoing at UCANR Research and Extension Centers for over 70 years, making an impact on the food we eat and the management practices we recommend.

I am extremely pleased to announce the following 10 UC Cooperative Extension positions are released for recruitment: #11 Plant Pathology Area Advisor, Santa Cruz County #13 Soils and Irrigation Advisor, Kern County #15 Urban Agriculture/Small Farms Area Advisor, San Bernardino County #27 Community N...

In Sonoma County and across the west, fires have grown larger and more destructive. In the past five years alone, fire has consumed about 25% of the county's landscape, destroying 7,500 structures and killing dozens of residents.

Is it a fish? Are we talking about a piano? Are we talking about REO Speedwagon? No, not in this instance. It's the Opuntia cactus. The fruit is called Tuna, Prickly Pear, Sabra, and Cactus Apple. I love this cactus for its fruit. It's a jolly red color when it's ripe.

In this issue: Field Observations High Temperatures Broomrape: new discoveries continue...

It's National Moth Week, which, according to the officials, is a time to celebrate "the beauty, life cycle and habitats of moths." So "moth-ers" of all ages and abilities "are encouraged to learn about, observe and document moths in their backyards, parks and neighborhoods.

CONTACT: Pam Kan-Rice, (510) 206-3476, pam.kanrice@ucanr.edu Cannabis and utilities hold potential for economic development, says UCCE specialist As California strives to recover from the pandemic-induced economic slump, Keith Taylor is taking an unconventional approach to economic development.

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After an extensive consultation period, UC's final policy regarding required COVID-19 vaccinations has been approved.