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Is it a Yam, or is it a Sweet Potato?

December 4th, 2019
By Tamara J Majcherek
How many of us have grown up with 'Candied Yams' gracing our holiday tables? Did you know that most likely they aren't actually true yams, and in fact, are sweet potatoes?
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Persimmon Workshop and U-Pick

October 21st, 2019
By Tamara J Majcherek
Would you like to pick your own half-bushel of persimmon from one of our 50+ varieties and learn about the hoshigaki method of drying persimmon into delectable, sugary treats? Join us on Saturday, November 23rd! For more information and to register for this workshop go to: http://ucanr.
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Citrus Tree Alternatives for Your Landscape

September 10th, 2019
By Tamara J Majcherek
Trying to decide what type of fruit tree to plant in your landscape? Rather than the ever popular citrus varieties that could potentially be one of the citrus greening disease casualties, check out this informative website and learn about fruit tree alternatives to consider planting. https://ucanr.
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