As water becomes scarcer and more expensive in California, growers of water-intensive rice are looking for ways to cut back on the precious resource. By not tilling their land and by using drill-seeders, growers can save water and money, researchers at UC Davis are showing.
A project led by Amelie Gaudin receives $2M to study grazing sheep in orchards. Focus on benefits: soil health, pest control and lower costs. It aims to boost sustainability for organic farmers by developing safety guides.
The University of California, Davis, has appointed Associate Professor Amélie Gaudin as the holder of the new Endowed Professorship in Agroecology. The position was established thanks to donations at UC Davis to support the teaching, research, and service of a professor leading research in agroecology or a related field who serves in the Department of Plant Sciences.
