Reposted from the "Weeders of the West" blog with author's permission. Marcelo Moretti summary of research on glufosinate best practices in hops (direct link to article). -Brad Posted by jenna.osiensky | January 9, 2025 Marcelo L.
Stinknet (Oncosiphon pilulifer) is an annual weed spreading aggressively in the southwestern US. This species was first found in North America the early 1980's in Southern California and it continues to spread aggressively in California and Arizona and a few populations have been found in Nevada.
Back in 2021 the California Invasive Plant Council (CAL IPC) and UC IPM launched the online decision support tool WeedCUT for wildland weed mangers to help assist making management decisions for wildland weeds.
by Becky Wheeler-Dykes, UCCE Glenn Orchard Systems and Weed Ecology Farm Advisor Recent research has shown many potential benefits of utilizing whole orchard recycling (WOR) when removing an orchard.
Large scale demonstration of chemigated rimsulfuron treatments for branched broomrape control in California processing tomato Matthew Fatino, Brad Hanson Plant Sciences Department, University of California, Davis Branched broomrape is an obligate holoparasite that can attach to a wide variety of agr...
Last week, I shared a press release about theEPA's educational materials toolbox related to pesticides and the Endangered Species Act. Today, I wanted tofollowup with another "explainer" document from the Weed Science Society of America about the current version of the Herbicide Strategy.
Globally, approximately 570 million small and medium-sized farms need training in various agricultural fields. However, the delivery of agriculture training faces significant challenges.
No cost to attend! All are welcome. Interactive field demonstrations for best integrated weed management practices will be featured this year! To view the agenda, click or follow this link: https://ucanr.edu/sites/kingscounty/files/401656.pdf Pre-registration helps us plan lunch.
A recommendation bulletin has been released for florpyrauxifen-benzyl (Loyant CA, Corteva Agriscience LLC, Indianapolis, IN, USA) to control cattail plants in California rice fields and permitted under FIFRA Section 2(ee). Cattail (Typha latifolia L.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. A study of the effects of mowing on a common weed has found that what doesn't kill you can make you stronger. A study published in Nature's Scientific Reports has found that frequent mowing of Solanum elaeagnifolium may help create a superweed.
Herbicides are an important tool for the management of weeds in crops but an overreliance on herbicides for weed management has accelerated the development of herbicide-resistant weed biotypes.
2024 Automated Technology Field Day Learn about the growing role of automated technologies in precision weeding and other ag operations at the 2024 Automated Technology Field Day! Watch live demonstrations of automated weeders, thinners, and sprayers from several companies, and discuss with company...
Attention Mendocino & Lake Ranchers, Farmers, Forest Land Owners: Attached is a flier about our survey that some of you may have received. It is very important that you take the time to fill out the survey as it helps us help you.
Reach Jean Goulart, 4-H Community Education Specialist at the Lake County Office (707) 263-6838. 4-H is more than a club - 4-H is young people getting ready for the future. In 4-H, you will work with other people in a 4-H club, in your school,or with another organization. Attend camps, show at fairs, travel, host youth from other countries, attend meetings and events with other young people, and much, much more!
The Mendocino-Lake 4-H Summer Camp is a week long camp filled with fun and exciting adventures that are sure to be remembered for years to come. Any 4-H Member who is 9-13 years of age for campers and 14-18 years of age for teen staff. If a member is age 12-13 years they also have the opportunity to attend camp as a Counselor-In-Training. Older members who have already attended camp as a Counselor-In-Training have the opportunity to come to camp as a Counselor, Dean, or Director. For more information contact (707)263-6838.
Reach Clebson Gonçalves, Diversified Agricultural Advisor for Lake, and Mendocino Counties at the Lake County office (707) 263-6838. The Diversified Agriculture program provides education and outreach to 1) maintain and enhance the economic, social, and environmental sustainability of diversified agriculture; and 2) meet the growing demands and contribute to the success of farms in Lake & Mendocino counties.
Reach Michael Jones, Forestry Advisor for Mendocino, Lake, and Sonoma Counties at the Mendocino County office (707) 463-4495. Forestry addresses complex management concerns with an inclusive approach for landowner input and direction. Assists decision makers in developing progressive programs aimed at the conservation of natural resources. Forest health, entomology, IPM, and sustainability of forest resources.
This site is dedicated to the complex and multi-disciplined topics of inland fisheries, exotic species, amphibians, wetlands, and limnology. It is intended to provide quick and simple access to University resources to assist the people of Lake County access to the vast array of resources and information available to better manage freshwater aquatic resources.
Reach Rachel Elkins, Pomology Farm Advisor-Emeritus at the Lake County Office (707) 263-6838. Major crop responsibilities include European pears, walnuts, olives, apples, and all other tree fruit and nut crops, except wine grapes. Pomology focuses on all aspects of efficiently producing annual fruit and nut crops, including horticulture, pest management, and environmental protection.
Reach Cindy Kron, North Coast Area IPM Advisor, at the Sonoma County Office (707) 565-2621. Research and links for Integrated Pest Management of apples, pears and winegrapes.
Reach Christopher Chen, Integrated Vineyard Systems Advisor by calling (707) 463-4495. The variety of winegrapes grown in northern California is astounding and includes more than sixty cultivars each planted to over 500 acres. I am available to help you with your viticulture and plant science questions.
Reach John Harper, Livestock and Range Management Advisor at the Mendocino County Office (707) 463-4495. The Livestock and Range Management program encompasses water quality issues, natural resource management, and livestock production. Additional information is available here.
Reach Louise Pagone, Master Gardener Coordinator at the Lake County Office calling (707) 263-6838. UC Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who provide advice and support for local non-commercial gardeners. Contact Master Gardeners at celake@ucanr.edu or call (707) 263-6838.
