Ongoing research

A couple of weeks ago I got a call from a grower and PCA concerning planting stock that had unusually large growths on the roots (pictured below) which are really typical of crown gall. Crown gall is caused by a bacterium which enters the plant through wounds.

Agritourism Intensive 2021; Virtual class starts soon in SLO County University of California Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (UC SAREP) and UC Cooperative Extension have partnered with SLO Farm Bureau, FARMstead ED, SLO Farm Trail, Visit SLO CAL, Paso Robles Wine Country Allia...

Listen to our December podcast on December 26th. Radiocolusa.

Christmas tree production is a big business that offers economic benefits and environmental impacts, reported Erin Blakemore in Popular Science.

As the year winds down, it's still busy over here as we are placing and maintaining trials.

Thinking of adding some fruit trees to your garden? Now's the time for deciduous fruit tree planting (and pruning)! Fruit trees are a great addition to a yard, big or small.

And spokesperson he truly is! In his infectiously witty British way, he will tell you what is so joyful about growing the one category of plants that will bring you color and texture to your garden year after year without replanting. That is the nature of perennials versus annuals and biennials.

In this issue: Alternative Rootstalks Walnut Orchard Planting Flatheaded Borer Damage in Walnuts Don't forget to register for the 2021 San Joaquin Valley Almond Day! *See flyer in the newsletter for details...

Are beekeepers immune from COVID-19 infections? Newly published research in the journal Toxicon indicates "No, they're not.

"On behalf of UC Davis and Russell Ranch, you are invited to a virtual field day, Tuesday January 5, 2021, 10-11 AM (PST) Alternative management in organic tomatoes: Exploring new tools for sustainability and profitability Please join to hear the latest updates and data on: -Benefits of Alfalfa in r...