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Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

"Virus Shut Out" is Illegal Product in U.S.

March 25, 2020
HONOLULU Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it has prevented several shipments of an illegal health product from entering U.S. Pacific ports under federal pesticide laws. The item, Virus Shut Out, is not registered with the EPA.
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Healthy Central Sierra: Article

March Harvest of the Month: Chard

March 25, 2020
March is a great time to begin eating the many types of greenery that emerge in Springtime. Chard, often called Swiss chard or rainbow chard depending on the color of the plant stems, is a versatile ingredient to include in meals this month.
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Healthy Central Sierra: Article

Food Safety & Cooking at Home

March 25, 2020
Below is the latest Information from the CDC on Food Safety and COVID-19, as of 3/23/2020. More resources for food safety, food storage, and cooking are available on the Central Sierra COVID-19 Community Resources page.
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Garden Notes: Article

Recipes from the Garden: A Taste of the Season

March 25, 2020
Yes, it's summer time; time for simple, easy living. I know we've been in the kitchen more than ever these last few months and you might need some new go-to ideas for the long hot days ahead. The spaghetti salad is a great make-ahead recipe that serves a crowd.
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Healthy Central Sierra: Article

New & Noteworthy this March

March 25, 2020
Visit these links for a round-up of recent health and nutrition news, information, and events. For general healthy eating information based on an expert analysis of nutrition research, visit ChooseMyPlate.gov . For individual questions, consult a registered dietitian or medical provider.
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Bruce Hammock, UC Davis distinguished professor, in his office in the basement Briggs Hall. His colleagues fondly call the basement level "the garden level of Briggs." (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Entomology & Nematology News: Article

The Legendary Bruce Hammock Featured in American Entomologist

March 24, 2020
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
The legendary Bruce Hammock, UC Davis distinguished professor who holds a joint appointment with the Department of Entomology and Nematology and the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center--is featured in the current edition of American Entomologist.
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Nuestra Comunidad: Article

Los otros héroes

March 24, 2020
By Basilisa M Rawleigh
Al igual que el resto de los californianos, me encuentro trabajando desde casa y confinado al espacio de mi hogar. Son medidas preventivas en donde solos se nos permite salir para adquirir cosas esenciales, tales como alimentos o provisiones para consumir y cocinar en casa.
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