The Mediterranean oak borer (Xyleborus monographus), or MOB, is an invasive ambrosia beetle that was first collected from declining oak trees (Quercus spp.) near Calistoga (Napa County) in 2019 (Fig 1).
Here in Auburn (on December 17, 2020), we received 0.64" of rain overnight. After a late start to the rainy season (and to germination on our annual rangelands), any rain is welcome at this point.
More than 120 million people who read the Japanese language will soon be able to read a newly published book on biodemography by James R. Carey of UC Davis and Deborah A. Roach of the University of Virginia.
Dear 4-H Families, We are sending you the 4-H newsletter with a new fundraiser for our 4-H program. We have taken a break for the Holiday season but look forward to getting back to 4-H in January.
To Start: I hope this finds you safe, well and (reasonably) happy. Next: Yes, no posts here for a while . . . This is not because I was sick or without computer access. It was because I was lazy.
So learn the different types of roses to choose as the best for your garden space or use for the flowers. Bareroot plants are available now so pick the best ones. To rejuvenate existing roses, learn pruning ABCs and steps to take now to control pests and disease all season.
The day after Thanksgiving, I had the privilege of interviewing a seven-year-old future home gardener and would like to share our conversation: Elvie: I have today a young girl and she would like to tell us something about herself.
