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David Haviland, UCCE Farm Advisor discussed integrated pest management for five different species of mites that cause economic damage to citrus, including proper identification, monitoring, and tools for management. Biological control was also be discussed, including the use of predatory mites.

A sesame experience.

by Julie Pramuk February 10 It's a bright sunny morning in our Alta Heights garden in Napa. Sweet peas planted in early November are reaching for the fence. Garlic planted in front of the sweet peas are shooting up.

From the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) HEADLINES March 17, 2021 * * * * * * * * * * * WESTMINSTER, Colorado March 17, 2021 Weed control in vegetables, flowers and herbs can be incredibly labor intensive, experts with the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) say.

Easter is right around the corner and one of the most commonly gifted plant during this holiday is the Easter Lily (Lilium longiflorum).

The perennials: rosemary; thyme; mints; oregano; sage, and annuals: basil; parsley; chives; dill & more, all can be preserved for year-round use as seasonings or for tea. Herbs should be harvested before they blossom, picked soon after the morning dew has dried for best quality.

A "Natural History Note" From UC California Naturalist's lead scientist, Dr. Cameron Barrows. In nature, species are constantly striving to be better species.

Have you hugged your taxonomist yet today? No? Probably can't due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but at least we can honor them every March 19 on Taxonomists' Appreciation Day. Basically, taxonomy is the science of describing, naming, defining and classifying organisms, both alive and extinct.

Groundwater, Watersheds, and Groundwater Sustainability Plans -Online Short Course May 6, 13, 20, 27, and June 13 See attached for information and registration link...

Previous research conducted by the University of California (UC) Nutrition Policy Institute identified that, in 2016, 44 percent of undergraduate and 26 percent of graduate students at the UC reported having experienced food insecurity; in addition, 5 percent of students reported experiencing homele...