Grass-roots effort sets priorities; Division creates new budget process to meet them

Also in this issue:

Biology of a tydeid mite, Homeopronematus anconai (n. comb.) (Acari: Tydeidae), important in San Joaquin Valley vineyards

Science Briefs

Strategic plan published

New strain of old disease threatens mushrooms

4-H'ers learn leadership skills

Controversy surrounds strawberry workers

New PM-10 rules: Uncertain impact for agriculture

Modified almond harvester reduces orchard dust

Computer model improves real-time management of water quality

Crust-breaking device improves water infiltration into furrows

Community programs promote tree care

Weed control improves survival of transplanted blue oak

Dairy producers value DHIA milk testing, but some deterred by cost

Calcium chloride reduces rain cracking in sweet cherries