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Under the Solano Sun: Article

Wildfire Smoke Both Good and Bad for Plants?

October 27, 2020
We all know inhaling wildfire smoke is bad for humans. But is it equally unhealthy for your plants? You may be surprised to know that wildfire smoke can be both good and bad for your plants.
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The Asian giant hornet measures a little less than two inches long. A nest was recently discovered and destroyed near Blaine, Wash. (Photo courtesy of the Washington Department of Agriculture)
Bug Squad: Article

Good News on the Asian-Giant-Hornet News Front

October 27, 2020
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
California this year has faced the COVID-19 pandemic, disastrous wildfires, racial unrest, and political strife--a combination resulting in undue stress and overall fatigue.
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Adult yellow sac spider on grey background.
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Spiders!

October 27, 2020
By Karey Windbiel-Rojas
October is a perfect time to talk about spiders! People decorate for Halloween with scary images of spiders and webs. Many people fear spiders but what you may not know is that they are helpful in our homes and landscapes.
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Kern County: Article

Kern UCCE/DWR Weekly Crop Water Use Report 10-26-2020

October 27, 2020
Please see below link to access "How To Use Weekly Crop Water Use (ET) Reports to Assist Farm Water Management" How To Use Weekly Crop Water Use Report Please see below link to access "Weekly ET Report 10-12-2020" ET Report 10-26-2020 Please see disclaimer link below: University of California Divisi...
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Cheryl Wilen honored as the CAPCA recipient
ANR Adventures: Article

A windy week will fly by

October 27, 2020
By Wendy Powers
Finally, I can share some exciting news that I've been having to keep to myself. Cheryl Wilen was recently awarded the 2020 Outstanding Contribution to Agriculture award by the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA).
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Contra Costa County Cooperative Extension: Article

Cover Cropping Opportunities

October 27, 2020
Webinar Offered via ZOOM and FREE with Registration Cover Cropping in Annual Systems WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28TH 3:00 4:30PM Featuring Dr.
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