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This podcast is for growers, PCAs, consultants, and other industry professionals in the California rice industry.  We'll primarily be focusing on the Sacramento Valley and Delta Region of California. The UCCE Rice Farm Advisors aim to deliver extension information relating to the California rice industry.Find out more about UCCE and California rice here!

  1. JAN 19

    Effects of crop rotations on soil microbes with Sara Rosenberg

    Send us a text Feedback Form On this episode, Sarah Marsh Janish welcomes back colleague Dr. Sara Rosenberg, a UCANR Farm Advisor for Mariposa, Merced and Stanislaus counties, to discuss a recent paper she has published. Dr. Rosenberg recently published a paper about part of her dissertation work, the first study to assess soil health and agronomic outcomes in diversified and continuous rice systems in California. This journal article is called "Benefits and tradeoffs of diversifying rice-based cropping systems: Impacts on soil health, productivity, and agroecosystem multifunctionality" and was published in volume 391 of Agriculture, Ecosystems, and Environment. The conversation focused in on one aspect of this fascinating work: how crop rotation in rice systems affects soil microbial communities. Links Benefits and tradeoffs of diversifying rice-based cropping systems: Impacts on soil health, productivity, and agroecosystem multifunctionality Addressing economic barriers to crop diversification in rice-based cropping systems UCCE Regenerative Ag Facebook Upcoming Events Winter Grower Meetings (2 DPR CE credits (0.5 Laws and Regulations, 0.5 Aerial Pest Control, 1 Other) – Applied for CCA CE credits) January 21, 2026: Richvale 8 am /Willows 1 pm January 22, 2026: Colusa 8 am/ Yuba City 1 pm January 23, 2026: Woodland 8 am Rice Production Workshop (registration required - REGISTER HERE) March 18-19, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Lundberg Family Farms, 5311 Midway, Richvale, CA Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    52 min

  2. JAN 5

    Ludwigia decurrens research efforts with Jens Beets and Whitney Brim-Deforest

    Send us a text Jens Beets (USDA) and Whitney Brim-Deforest (UCCE) sit down to discuss the invasive weed Winged Water Primrose (Ludwigia decurrens) and research efforts to mitigate this weed. Feedback Form In this episode, Sarah Marsh Janish welcomes back colleagues Dr. Jens Beets (USDA) and Dr. Whitney Brim-Deforest (UCCE) to sit down to discuss the invasive weed Winged Water Primrose (Ludwigia decurrens) and research efforts to mitigate this weed. Upcoming Events Winter Grower Meetings (2 DPR CE credits (0.5 Laws and Regulations, 0.5 Aerial Pest Control, 1 Other) – Applied for CCA CE credits) January 21, 2026: Richvale 8 am /Willows 1 pm January 22, 2026: Colusa 8 am/ Yuba City 1 pm January 23, 2026: Woodland 8 am Rice Production Workshop (registration required - REGISTER HERE) March 18-19, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Lundberg Family Farms, 5311 Midway, Richvale, CA Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    33 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    Rooted: The Tibbitts Farming Company's Journey Across Generations (Pt. 4)

    Send us a text Part 4 of 4 This special episode series features Colusa County rice farmers George and Carson Tibbitts discussing the multi-generational history of their family farm, and how Carson is now taking on more responsibilities as a junior partner while learning from his father's decades of farming experience. Feedback Poll Upcoming Events Winter Grower Meetings (2 DPR CE credits (0.5 Laws and Regulations, 0.5 Aerial Pest Control, 1 Other) – Applied for CCA CE credits) January 21, 2026: Richvale 8 am /Willows 1 pm January 22, 2026: Colusa 8 am/ Yuba City 1 pm January 23, 2026: Woodland 8 am Rice Production Workshop (registration required - REGISTER HERE) March 18-19, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Lundberg Family Farms, 5311 Midway, Richvale, CA Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    24 min

  4. 12/08/2025

    Rooted: The Tibbitts Farming Company's Journey Across Generations (Pt. 3)

    Send us a text Part 3 of 4 This special episode series features Colusa County rice farmers George and Carson Tibbitts discussing the multi-generational history of their family farm, and how Carson is now taking on more responsibilities as a junior partner while learning from his father's decades of farming experience. Feedback Poll Upcoming Events Winter Grower Meetings (2 DPR CE credits (0.5 Laws and Regulations, 0.5 Aerial Pest Control, 1 Other) – Applied for CCA CE credits) January 21, 2026: Richvale 8 am /Willows 1 pm January 22, 2026: Colusa 8 am/ Yuba City 1 pm January 23, 2026: Woodland 8 am Rice Production Workshop (registration required - REGISTER HERE) March 18-19, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Lundberg Family Farms, 5311 Midway, Richvale, CA Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    28 min

  5. 12/01/2025

    Rooted: The Tibbitts Farming Company's Journey Across Generations (Pt. 2)

    Send us a text Part 2 of 4 This special episode series features Colusa County rice farmers George and Carson Tibbitts discussing the multi-generational history of their family farm, and how Carson is now taking on more responsibilities as a junior partner while learning from his father's decades of farming experience. Feedback Poll Upcoming Events Winter Grower Meetings (2 DPR CE credits (0.5 Laws and Regulations, 0.5 Aerial Pest Control, 1 Other) – Applied for CCA CE credits) January 21, 2026: Richvale 8 am /Willows 1 pm January 22, 2026: Colusa 8 am/ Yuba City 1 pm January 23, 2026: Woodland 8 am Rice Production Workshop (registration required - REGISTER HERE) March 18-19, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Lundberg Family Farms, 5311 Midway, Richvale, CA Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    23 min

  6. 11/24/2025

    Rooted: The Tibbitts Farming Company's Journey Across Generations (Pt. 1)

    Send us a text Part 1 of 4 This special episode series features Colusa County rice farmers George and Carson Tibbitts discussing the multi-generational history of their family farm, and how Carson is now taking on more responsibilities as a junior partner while learning from his father's decades of farming experience. Feedback Poll Upcoming Events Winter Grower Meetings (2 DPR CE credits (0.5 Laws and Regulations, 0.5 Aerial Pest Control, 1 Other) – Applied for CCA CE credits) January 21, 2026: Richvale 8 am /Willows 1 pm January 22, 2026: Colusa 8 am/ Yuba City 1 pm January 23, 2026: Woodland 8 am Rice Production Workshop (registration required - REGISTER HERE) March 18-19, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Lundberg Family Farms, 5311 Midway, Richvale, CA Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    32 min

  7. 10/20/2025

    Threat to Texas rice and beyond - rice delphacids with Lina Bernaola

    Send us a text Feedback Poll In this episode, Sarah Marsh Janish talks with Dr. Lina Bernaola, an assistant professor in the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Department of Entomology, to give a rundown on rice delphacid, a pest that is ravaging the Southern Rice Belt and is a vector of Rice Hoja Blanca. While it is not present in CA yet, it's important to be aware of potential threats to the US Rice industry Rice Delphacid Resources Rice Delphacid Fact Sheet USA Rice podcast episode about Rice Delphacid Texas A&M AgriLife tackles rice delphacid devastation AgriLife Research leads rice delphacid and hoja blanca virus studies Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Support the show UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    47 min

  8. 09/29/2025

    Stem Rot with Luis Espino

    Send us a text Feedback Poll In this episode, Luis Espino and Sarah Marsh Janish give a rundown on stem rot, one of the main diseases of rice in California. One disease that can be found in practically every rice field is stem rot. This fungus causes the tillers to rot at the water level and, when severe, it causes blanking and lodging. Stem Rot Resources UC IPM - Stem Rot UC Rice Blog Post about Injury Thresholds UCANR Stem Rot and Aggregate Sheath Spot Fact Sheet Other Resources UC Rice Blog UC Agronomy - Rice Rice Briefs (Colusa/Yolo) Rice Notes (Yuba-Sutter) Rice Leaf (Butte/Glenn) Rice in the Delta Mention of an agrichemical does not constitute a recommendation, merely the sharing of research findings. Always follow the label. The label is the law. Find out more at ipm.ucanr.edu. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. UC ANR is an equal opportunity provider and employer

    44 min
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This podcast is for growers, PCAs, consultants, and other industry professionals in the California rice industry.  We'll primarily be focusing on the Sacramento Valley and Delta Region of California. The UCCE Rice Farm Advisors aim to deliver extension information relating to the California rice industry.Find out more about UCCE and California rice here!

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    UCANR
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
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