Agriculture

Field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) is a perennial vine native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and Northern Africa that has become naturalized throughout much of the world. The species can reproduce vegetatively (through the spread of rhizomes) and via seed production.

Superorganism: It's a term that should be limited in use, says Pulitzer-Prize winner Bert Hlldobler, one of the world's leading ant experts.

The South Sacramento Valley Wheat and Barley Field Demonstration Day will be held from 8:45 - 10:30AM on April 24th, 2019 in the Dunnigan Hills area. The program will feature UC small grain research on weed management, nitrogen management and variety testing. CUEs for Nutrient Management (0.

2019 Automated Weeder and Thinner Demonstration and Field Day The 2019 Automated Weeder and Thinner Demonstration and Field day will take place on Tuesday, May 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the USDA Spence Research Field Station, 1572 Old Stage Road in Salinas.

Are you a student working with weeds or invasive plants? If so, check out these TWO scholarship opportunities! The California Weed Science Society's (CWSS) Scholarship and Research Awards and the Weed Science Society of America's (WSSA) Travel Enrichment Experience Scholarship for Graduate Students.

Wine grape growers in the San Joaquin Valley who want to switch from hand pruning to mechanical pruning won't have to replant their vineyards to accommodate machinery, according to a new study published in HortTechnology by University of California Cooperative Extension researchers.

UCCE is excited to present our 2018 Annual Report, demonstrating our commitment to education, research-based information and technical expertise in Sonoma County.

Integrated pest management, commonly referred to as IPM, is a concept of managing pests that has been in use for several decades.

Honey, let's go taste honey! Yes, you can do just that at Briggs Hall during the UC Davis Picnic Day on Saturday, April 13. It's free and family friendly. And one of the crowd favorites, meadowfoam, will be offered.

Topic: UC Ag Experts Talk: Managing Glyphosate-Resistant Weeds in Orchard Crops Description: One hour webinar about glyphosate-resistant weed management in orchards, delivered by Dr. Brad Hanson. One CEU (other) from the DPR is approved.