Science Briefs

Also in this issue:

Impact of the desert pupfish, Cyprinodon macularius, and Gambusia affinis affinis on fauna in pond ecosystems

Pesticides: Risk, regulation and research

Science briefs: Fatal injuries to children on farms

Science briefs: New whitefly named as species

Science briefs: Researchers to investigate spider eating habits

Science briefs: Farm advisor unravels oak mystery

Research update: Economists calculate research payoff, effect of cuts

After methyl bromide: No easy answers

Methyl bromide regulation: All crops should not be treated equally

Cancelling methyl bromide for postharvest use to trigger mixed economic results

Soil fumigants provide multiple benefits; alternatives give mixed results

Growth regulator gives earlier harvest in artichokes

Cutting off irrigation early may reduce almond hull rot

Screens deny specific pests entry to greenhouses