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Citrus Webinars

May 26, 2023
By Ben A Faber
The Citrus Research Board (CRB) is excited to announce the return of the 2023 Citrus Growers Educational Webinar Series. CRB will be holding four one-hour webinars scheduled for June 6, 13, 20, 27. Each webinar will highlight valuable research and practical discussions for growers.
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Nearly 70% of private label avocado oil rancid or mixed with other oils

May 24, 2023
By Michael Hsu
Avocado oil has become a popular choice for many people in recent years because of its heart-healthy benefits and versatility in cooking. However, not all avocado oil products on store shelves are created equal. Some products are labeled as pure avocado oil when they contain other oils or additives.
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Fire and Dried Cover Crops

May 24, 2023
By Ben A Faber
Vineyards and orchards have long used winter cover crops to help reduce erosion, improve soil structure and prevent nutrient leaching.
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Master Beekeeper Sung Lee of Castro Valley, known worldwide on social media as "Sung Lee The Bee Charmer," displayed his observation hive at the California Honey Festival. With him is fellow CAMBP member Leandra Hale of Lake Tahoe. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
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Bees and CAMBP Prevail at California Honey Festival

May 22, 2023
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Rain and hail pelted the California Honey Festival, held recently in downtown Woodland, but that didn't deter the estimated 22,000 to 25,000 attendees who simply opened their umbrellas, slipped on their rain gear, or dashed for cover at store fronts.
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ACP Webinar - DPR and CCA Credits

May 22, 2023
By Ben A Faber
UCANR Science for Citrus Health is hosting a Seminar on May 30 to provide research updates on Asian Citrus Psyllid under California conditions. If you are interested in this webinar, please register using this link. More details about the seminar are on the link.
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