Ongoing research

Conservation Agriculture: Article

Audio discussion of Agronomy Journal research article

February 27, 2015
By Jeffrey P Mitchell
A link to the article published in Agronomy Journal is available below. Also posted here is an audio interview and discussion of this article. Please use the link below to hear this discussion.
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Ca drought
Topics in Subtropics: Article

Drought Information Resources

February 27, 2015
By Ben A Faber
California is suffering historic drought conditions. The information on this webpage offers farmers and ranchers links to valuable resources, carried out by researchers and specialists, on a vast array of issues they are facing during this extremely dry and difficult year.
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Vern Burton at 85. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Remembering Vernon Burton: 1924-2015

February 26, 2015
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Family, friends and colleagues are remembering Vernon Burton, 90, known for his 38-year exemplary career with UC Cooperative Extension, including 10 years as a Kern County farm adviser in Bakersfield, and 28 years with UC Davis Department of Entomology (now the UC Davis Department of Entomology and...
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Emcee Bill Rains (left) congratulations Robbin Thorp. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Two Who Make a Difference

February 25, 2015
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
They are two who make a difference. Native pollinator specialist Robbin Thorp, emeritus professor of entomology, received the 2015 Distinguished Emeritus Award and Hugh Dingle, emeritus professor of entomology, received an Edward A.
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UC Weed Science (weed control, management, ecology, and minutia): Article

JOB OPENING :: Assistant Professor of Weed Science

February 25, 2015
By Gale Perez
This is a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, approximately 80% Research and 20% Extension on a 12-month appointment. The position is available on or after August 1, 2015.
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A honey bee gathering nectar from a bush germander at CornerStone Sonoma. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

How Are These Two Alike?

February 24, 2015
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
What does a bee have in common with a bulldog? If you've ever been to Cornerstone Sonoma on Arnold Drive (Highway 121) in Sonoma, and admired the luxurious gardens and intriguing shops, you know. The bees go head-first in the blossoms and Axel, an English bulldog, goes head-first in a bucket.
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ACP traps
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A New Psyllid Trap

February 24, 2015
By Ben A Faber
Scientists at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services have developed a SmartTrap using 3D printing technology to more efficiently catch and study the Asian citrus psyllid, the vector of citrus greening.
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UC Weed Science (weed control, management, ecology, and minutia): Article

Reminder - International IPM Symposium

February 24, 2015
By Cheryl A Wilen
The 8th International IPM Symposium to be held March 23-26,2015 in Salt Lake City, UT is approaching. Thank you to those of you who have already registered for the meeting. Don't miss the opportunity to hear plenary talks from: Dr.
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