Current South Sacramento Valley ET Report - May 25, 2018

Irrigation Evapotranspiration (ET) Report for the Woodland, Davis, Dixon, and Verona CIMIS stations.

Current Northern Sacramento Valley ET Report - May 25, 2018

Irrigation Evapotranspiration (ET) Report for Tehama, Butte and Colusa county CIMIS stations.

Points to Consider in Prevention of Crown Gall

The Paradox hybrids (Juglans hindsii x Juglans regia) commonly used as walnut rootstocks are highly susceptible to Crown Gall caused by the common soil-borne bacterium Agrobacterium tumefaciens. Here we present information from our quest to develop a robust comprehensive approach to crown gall prevention.

Photos from the Field: Ant Mounds

Can you identify an ant by its mound? Of course, it's better to base IDs off of the ant specimen itself, but for the more entomophobic among you, ant mound ID may sound like a fantastic alternative.

Do You Want A New Tool for Vole Management?

Recent research has shown we may have a new tool to protect trees and vines from vole damage. However, this product is not currently registered for such a use. We need your response to know whether there’s enough interest in a new way to control vole damage to warrant seeking registration.