Science briefs

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Early stage infiltration of water into horizontal and vertical soil columns

Biotechnology: New benefits, new questions

UC contributes biotech breakthroughs

Public germplasm development at a crossroads: Biotechnology and intellectual property

Transgenic Bt crops and resistance: Broadscale use of pest-killing plants to be true test

Success of mite-fighting tactics evaluated: In Central Valley, early-season release of Willamette mites confers resistance on wine grapes

Native gray ant has beneficial role in peach orchards

Feasibility of producing pear wine: Pears produce premium sparkling wine

Cost analysis: Méthod champenoise sparkling pear wine costs most, but offers highest quality