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State Field Day Update

May 17, 2024
By Angela Tipsey
Message from the State 4-H Office: State Field Day 2024 is moving from our usual home to the School of Veterinary Medicine. There are student protest demonstrations taking place on the Quad next to Wellman Hall (our usual home), and counterprotests have begun.
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ANR Employee News: Article

Green Hall of Famer Oki retires after 29-year UC career

May 17, 2024
By Saoimanu Sope
When interviewed to become a University of California Cooperative Extension specialist in environmental horticulture, Lorence Loren Oki was asked what kind of research he wanted to conduct. In response, he showed the hiring committee a photo of a residential gutter.
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A honey bee, dusted with gold pollen, forages on mustard (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

'Bee' at the Bohart Museum Open House to See Bee Observation Hive and Taste Honey

May 17, 2024
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Want to see a bee observation hive, taste honey, and learn about honey bee health? Those are some of the activities planned when the Bohart Museum of Entomology hosts an open house on managed bees and wild bees on Sunday, May 19. The open house, free and family friendly, takes place from 1 to 4 p.m.
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Green Blog: Article

Green Hall of Famer Oki retires after 29-year UC career

May 17, 2024
By Saoimanu Sope
When interviewed to become a University of California Cooperative Extension specialist in environmental horticulture, Lorence Loren Oki was asked what kind of research he wanted to conduct. In response, he showed the hiring committee a photo of a residential gutter.
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Frida Kahlo photos by Joy Humphrey
The Savvy Sage: Article

A Rose By Any Other Name...

May 17, 2024
When I buy a rose, I consider several things: color, growth habit, location requirements. These are all important aspects to ponder to ensure a thriving plant and a visually appealing garden. But something else I consider, which has nothing to do with gardening success, is the name.
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Sunchoke tuber. Photo by Maureen Clark
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Delighted Up About Sunchokes

May 17, 2024
Sunchoke - Jerusalem Artichoke - Sunroot, Helianthus tuberosus Edible Tuber Plant 4-6 inches deep and 12-18 inches apart Grows 6-10 tall, Needs staking.
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Sad news about Ryan Tompkins

May 17, 2024
By Michael Hsu
Dear Colleagues, It is with deep sadness that I share the news that our colleague Ryan Tompkins, forestry and natural resources advisor for Plumas, Sierra and Lassen counties, passed away on May 6, while receiving treatment for cancer.
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Screenshot 2024-05-17 074737 Fresno State
Conservation Agriculture: Article

Fresno State MS student shares his research work on strip-tillage!

May 17, 2024
By Jeffrey P Mitchell
Robert Willmott not only recently wrapped up his MS thesis research at Fresno State, but he also works full-time as the Farm Manager for his college's student ag farm, is married, and has two small children as well! A full plate, to say the least.
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Lemon verbena, bee balm and echinacea make good companions. Joyce Hill
The Real Dirt: Article

Best Friends in the Garden—Companion Planting

May 17, 2024
Companion planting combines diverse plants in an informed manner to bring a balanced ecosystem into the garden. This approach to gardening has been used by organic gardeners for decades. The idea is to plant herbs and flowers with vegetables to create sustainable gardens with better crop yields.
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