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William Walton
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In memoriam: William Walton

November 13, 2020
The UC Riverside Department of Entomology, the University of California, and the field of vector ecology have lost one of their most dedicated, productive, and beloved scientists. William E. (Bill) Walton, professor of entomology, passed away at the UC Irvine Medical Center on Oct.
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Gerry Spinelli
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Names in the News

October 30, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Spinelli named UCCE horticulture advisor Gerardo Spinelli joined UC Cooperative Extension in San Diego County as a production horticulture advisor on Oct. 12, 2020. He will work with nurseries, floriculture and controlled environment plant production.
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brent ashurst
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Read with a Beekeeper

October 29, 2020
Did you miss the live Read with a Farmer event? We now have a pre-recorded session available. Brent Ashurst, a local beekeeper, reads The Beeman by Laurie Krebs. Visit our website to view the recording and the supplemental educator's guide. http://ucanr.
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Daniel Perry places western drywood termites into the groove of blocks, then seals sides. Some blocks were then treated with wintergreen oil. Photos by Evett Kilmartin
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Termites can’t hide from heat and essential oils, finds UCCE study

October 29, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Termites can eat you out of house and home by chewing through wood and weakening the structure. The results of a new termite study led by entomologists at UC Riverside may enable homeowners to rid their homes of termites with a safer, effective pest control approach.
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