Ongoing research

A Garden Runs Through It - UCCE Master Gardeners of Colusa County: Article

'Midnight Marvel' Hardy Hibiscus

August 2, 2019
By Gerry Hernandez
I love it when you are least expecting it and encounter something that just knocks your socks off. At the Colusa Farmer's Market a couple of weeks ago, I stopped by to see what our friend Geneva at Garden Gleanings had that was new and exciting.
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Figure 1. Backpack sprayer pesticide calibration. (Credit: G. Del Rosario, Corteva)
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Calibrating Spray Application Equipment

August 2, 2019
By Cheryl A Wilen
Applying the wrong amount of pesticide can result in poor control if not enough is used; too much being applied can lead to waste and possibly illegal usage. If pest control is insufficient, the end result might be a second application that will be more expensive due to the cost of labor involved.
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shallow bedrock
Topics in Subtropics: Article

Thoughts on Dirt and Irrigation

August 2, 2019
By Ben A Faber
Irrigation volume and frequency: soil, salinity and nutrient considerations Author: Mark Battany Published on: July 18, 2019 Irrigation frequency and volume One fundamental decision that a grower needs to make is how frequently to irrigate a vineyard; either applying small amounts of water frequentl...
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Bruce Hammock, UC Davis distinguished professor, has won a $6 million federal grant for his innovative and visionary health research. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Our Story Begins with a Kid Bred and Born in Arkansas...

August 1, 2019
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Our story begins with a kid bred and born in Arkansas. You may have seen the news article about the distinguished professor at the University of California, Davis, who won a $6 million, eight-year "Outstanding Investigator" federal grant for his innovative and visionary health research.
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Fresno County 4-H: Article

July - August 2019 Guidelines

August 1, 2019
In This Edition: Fresno County 4-H Leaders Council & Committee Meetings, Pg. 2 Fresno County 4-H Enrollment Fees, Pg. 2 Grow Your ClubEarn a Pizza Party, Pg. 2 State 4-H Classic Horse Show, Pg. 2 CCLS (Community Club Leaders)-Need to Know, Pg. 2 Presentation Opportunities at the Fresno Fair, Pg.
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Colusa County: Article

August 2019 4-H News

August 1, 2019
In this issue, you will find: Enrollment Night dates and times Volunteer Retreat information 4-H Day at Cal Football and much, much more!...
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Immature Sudachi - https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=7815593
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Sudachi Citrus

August 1, 2019
Some citrus fruits are grown not to be consumed fresh like an orange, but for use in cooking. One such citrus is the sudachi (Citrus ichangensis X.C. reticulata var. austere), a very tart sour citrus. Its name, sudachi, loosely translates into citrus vinegar.
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Colusa County: Article

August 2019

August 1, 2019
Book of the Month - Composting for a New Generation Ornamental Plant of the Month - 'Midnight Marvel' Hardy Hibiscus Edible Plant of the Month - Winter Gardening Recipe of the Month - Chewy Chocolate Ginger Cookies Events: Second Saturday at the Library, Colusa Arbuckle Farmers Market Garden Chat wi...
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