Join UCCE and the Lake County Agricultural Commissioner for a wildlife workshop covering vertebrate pests, feral pigs, beneficial birds, and livestock protection. 12:30-16:30, November 6, 2024 in Lakeport, CA Event is free, but registration is required. 3.

Registration is now open for the 2024 North Coast Olive Field Day. http://ucanr.

The UCCE Fire Network has prepared a series of educational resources on wildfire preparedness for agricultural landowners on the topics of defensible space, structure hardening, and protection for crops, vineyards and orchards. Access the resources on the UC ANR Fire Network website.

Dr. Qicheng Tang recently joined the UCCE-Napa team, and is responsible for research and education in water resources and resiliency. There are many ways to get involved with Dr. Tang's program, including a newsletter, seminars and community science projects.

Breanna Martinico, Human-Wildlife Interactoins Advisor, is launching a long-term American Kestrel nest box monitoring program in Napa and Solano Counties.

Registration is now open for the 26th Annual North Coast IPM Seminar (Webinar) on November 29 & 30, 2023, 8:00 AM-12:15 PM, daily. https://ucanr.edu/2023ncipm Questions? Contact Dr. Cindy Kron, North Coast IPM Advisor. Follow the link below to access the complete agenda.

During drought years, we often experience large VMB populations, putting Napa vineyards at increased risk for crop damage and pest spread. Respond accordingly by scheduling early interventions to reduce populations. Educational resources and FAQ are answered on our website.

The Napa County Agricultural Commissioner's Office has reported the following information regarding the herbicide Weed Slayer.

Life cycle and monitoring guidelines for threecornered alfalfa hopper in vineyards.

Three leafhopper species--western grape, variegated and Virginia creeper--are present in Napa vineyards. Both variegated and Virginia creeper are invasive species, whose range has expanded considerably in Napa in the last 10 years.