The University of California's Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR) is the bridge between local agricultural issues and the power of UC research. ANR advisors, specialists, and faculty bring practical, science-based answers to Californians.
Placer County gardeners can tap in to this vast reservoir of information at the ANR websites listed below. To print a summary of the websites, click on UC Online Gardening Guides Flyer v2.
IPM—Integrated Pest Management
https://ipm.ucdavis.edu/
IPM focuses on long-term prevention of pests or their damage by managing the ecosystem. Rather than simply eliminating the pests you see right now, using IPM means you'll look at environmental factors that affect the pest and its ability to thrive. Armed with this information, you can create conditions that are unfavorable for the pest.
UC IPM Plant Pest Diagnostic Tool
Easily diagnose pest problem in your garden or landscape with UC IPM’s diagnostic tool!
Weed ID and Control
UC Weed Research and Identification Center
Got a weed but don’t know what it is or what to do about it?
UC’s Weed Research and Information Center features a Weed ID toolbar that will help you identify common weeds. The site also describes strategies for controlling weeds in landscapes and gardens—both chemical and non-chemical methods that include mechanical, cultural, biological, and herbicide control.
ANR Resources UCANR Lawn & Garden Publications
UC’s Agriculture and Natural Resources website provides a list of free and to-purchase publications on a wide array of gardening topics.