Science briefs

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An Epizootiological Study of Entomophthora muscae in muscoid fly populations on Southern California poultry facilities, with emphasis on Musca domestica

Costs uncertain: Methyl bromide phase-out becomes reality

Letters

Partnerships key to sustainable agriculture

Efforts underway to prevent foot-and-mouth disease

New tools, methods needed to replace methyl bromide

Township limits on 1,3-D will impact adjustment to methyl bromide phase-out

Sampling program for grape mealybugs improves pest management

Insufficient spring irrigation increases abnormal splitting of pistachio nuts

Simplified tree water status measurements can aid almond irrigation

USDA program stimulates interest in farmers' markets among low-income women

Reducing fertilizer in sugarbeets can protect water quality