Invasive weed threatens rice
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The yellow flower of the winged primrose willow is no beauty. The weed could threaten rice if established in Glenn or Colusa counties.
Courtesy photo
Invasive weed threatens rice.
Groundwork for rice planting is under way in the valley, although rain expected this week may put a damper on farming activities.
Wet ground from recent rain and more on the way could prevent farmers from properly preparing fields for seed, said Luis Espino, U.C. Cooperative Extension far.
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