Ongoing research

Focus groups are being held for all UC ANR employees to share their experiences at UC ANR and contribute feedback that will be used to identify ways to become a more equitable and inclusive community. The intention is to directly gather ideas on how we can create a more welcoming environment for…

September is here, and as gardens across much of California are feeling the stress of summer heat, it's the perfect time to focus on one of your most powerful communication tools – newsletters! Whether you're sharing tips for helping gardens survive the late-summer heat, planning for fall planting, or…

Short answer: Not like we did in 2022. However, in the northern part of Sacramento Valley, temperatures are forecasted to be warm and chalkiness may be an issue for a sensitive variety like M-211. You can read on for more. Grain chalkiness occurs when there are high temperatures (especially at night)…

Blog by Nanelle Jones-Sullivan Inspired by a recent visit to my in-laws, I bought this Hibiscus ‘Roselle.’ While with them, I enjoyed it as ‘Jamaican sorrel,’ ‘Roselle’ is one of many common names for Hibiscus sabdariffa, a member of the Malva family. You have seen it at taquerias as Agua de…

It’s that time of year when yellowjackets can ruin your outdoor picnic or gathering. Yellowjacket wasps prey on other insects and scavenge on human food and garbage. Keep reading to learn what they are looking for and ways to get rid of them.Yellowjackets, sometimes called “meat bees,” defend their nests, as…

Fall planting begins in September but summer heat can persist, so you may need to wait until later in the month. September and October are great months to do major lawn renovation or consider replacing lawn with drought-tolerant plants.TasksClean up around the base of fruit trees, and compost or dispose of…

UC ANR Innovate is inviting researchers to submit proposals for lightning pitch talks and poster session presentations for FIRA USA 2025, which will be held Oct. 21-23, at the Yolo County Fairgrounds in Woodland.