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June plant of the month: Nutmeg-scented geranium

June 6, 2025
By Jeannette Warnert
The ever-popular scented geraniums, mostly coming from South Africa, do exceptionally well in our climate. But when planted in a perennial border, many will grow 3 to 4 feet tall and can become quite leggy. An exception to this is the nutmeg-scented geranium, Pelargonium x fragrans. Reaching only 18 x 18…
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Thrips/TSWV Kings: Article

2025 5th Report

June 6, 2025
By Neil McRoberts
General Situation Despite relatively high thrips counts in some areas, TSWV incidence remains low generally.  Any younger crops will remain susceptible to economic damage until fruit set.  Temperatures over the next 10 days are set to hover in triple digits for 5 days before cooling off to the mid…
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Thrips/TSWV Fresno: Article

2025 5th Report

June 6, 2025
By Neil McRoberts
General Situation Despite relatively high thrips counts in some areas, TSWV incidence remains low generally with a few heavily infected crops.  Any younger crops will remain susceptible to economic damage until fruit set.  Temperatures over the next 10 days will start out with a run of 4 or 5 days…
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Thrips/TSWV Merced: Article

2025 5th Report

June 6, 2025
By Neil McRoberts
General Situation Despite relatively high thrips counts in some areas, TSWV incidence remains low generally.  Planting finally wrapped up in the last couple of weeks and younger crops will remain susceptible to economic damage until fruit set.  Temperatures over the next 10 days are set to hover in…
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Poultry: Event

Webinar: Update on Beginning Farmer Resources in a Changing World

Event Date
Jun 24, 2025

Update on Beginning Farmer Resources in a Changing World Speakers: ● Ann Baier from the National Center for Appropriate Technology ● Dr. Maurice Pitesky from UC Davis Vet Med Extension  In this webinar, we will highlight current resources, opportunities, and support systems available to beginning…
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Thrips/TSWV Stanislaus county: Article

2025 5th Report

June 6, 2025
By Neil McRoberts
General Situation Despite relatively high thrips counts in some areas, TSWV incidence remains low generally.  Planting finally wrapped up in the last couple of weeks and younger crops will remain susceptible to economic damage until fruit set.  Temperatures over the next 10 days are set to hover in…
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Thrips/TSWV Eastern San Joaquin Co.: Article

2025 5th Report

June 6, 2025
By Neil McRoberts
General Situation Despite relatively high thrips counts in some areas, TSWV incidence remains low generally.  Planting finally wrapped up in the last couple of weeks and younger crops will remain susceptible to economic damage until fruit set.  Temperatures over the next 10 days are set to hover…
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Poultry: Event

Webinar: Timing and Logistics in a Crop-Poultry Integrated System

Event Date
Jun 23, 2025

Timing and Logistics in a Crop-Poultry Integrated SystemSpeakers: ● Vegetable and cover crop insights from Dr. Ajay Nair - Iowa State University ● Poultry insights from Dr. Maurice Pitesky - UC Davis Vet Med ExtensionIn this webinar, Dr. Ajay Nair will share insights on successfully timing and managing…
Poultry
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Thrips/TSWV Western San Joaquin Co.: Article

2025 5th Report

June 6, 2025
By Neil McRoberts
General Situation Despite relatively high thrips counts in some areas, TSWV incidence remains low generally.  Planting finally wrapped up in the last couple of weeks and younger crops will remain susceptible to economic damage until fruit set.  Temperatures over the next 10 days are set to hover…
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