- Author: Chris M. Webb
The Ventura County Cooperative Extension/County of Ventura Farm Advisor office currently has a display at the Hall of Administration in the County Government Center.
Gardening offers many opportunities to improve one’s life by providing outdoor exercise, and superior nutrition with home-grown fruits and vegetables. Working outside at home makes it easier to meet and greet neighbors – or make new friends at a community garden. But perhaps most importantly, during these uncertain economic times, gardening can help people be self-sufficient.
A wealth of information is available to the public in an effort to encourage people to begin or expand their gardens. Topics covered at our display include: water conservation, fruit trees, vegetable gardening, food safety, pests, and composting.
If you have business that brings you to the government center between February 1 and February 26, please plan to stop by and visit our display. If you are interested in the information, but will not be in the area, please contact us so we may provide it for you in a different format. Much of it can be found on our website or at the CA MG garden website.
- Author: Chris M. Webb
On February 11, 2010, local growers will be able to recycle pesticide containers at no cost. The program will begin at 10 am. Please call to make an appointment as participation is by appointment only.
Drop off is at Fruit Growers Supply located at 980 West Telegraph Road in Santa Paula.
Please review website for container requirements. Then, call 805.933.2926 ext 244 to make an appointment.
- Author: Chris M. Webb
Ventura County UCCE Coastal Community Development Advisor, Monique Meyers is collaborating with fellow scientists to bring you the following presentation.
The University of California Sea Grant/Cooperative Extension programs and the California Coastal Commission are pleased to offer a basic educational presentation about land use, water quality and low-impact development (LID).
As representatives of the California Water and Land Use Partnership (CalWaLUP), we are members of the National NEMO (Nonpoint Education for Municipal Officials) Network and share the organization's goal to educate local decision makers about the link between land use and water resources. You may be aware of NEMO programs that exist in many other coastal states (http://nemonet.uconn.edu/). Every NEMO program has a different target audience. Our program focuses on land use planners and local elected officials.
The basic presentation is an hour long with an additional half hour for discussion. If you are interested in attending a presentation or hosting one at your facility, please contact Monique Myers, D.Env., at UC Cooperative Extension, nicmyers@ucdavis.edu, or Tracy Duffey at the Coastal Commission, tduffey@coastal.ca.gov.
Monique Myers
- Author: Chris M. Webb
On December 1, 2009 the University of California will hold the first annual Ventura County Research Symposium. The event is sponsored by UC Hansen Trust and the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE).
The future of agriculture in Ventura County will be discussed. We all know that agriculture has its share of challenges; this symposium will showcase local work that offers solutions to some of the most pressing agricultural issues.
The symposium is intended for growers, policy makers, community leaders, educators, journalists and anyone else who cares about the future of farming in Ventura County. There is no charge to attend. Details and pre-registration information can be found in the calendar section on our home page or by clicking here.
We hope to see you there!
- Author: Chris M. Webb
Our Ventura County UCCE Master Gardeners work hard delivering science-based gardening information to the public. One of the ways they accomplish this is through their MG Speaker Bureau. The speakers are very knowledgeable in their subjects and are available for group meetings.
The current topics offered are:
- Composting
- Container Gardening
- Container Vegetable Gardening
- Fruit Gardening
- Garden Design/Plant Selection
- Gifts from the Garden
- Introductory Horticulture
- Pest Management
- Water-Wise Gardening
- Low Cost/No Cost Gardening
- Low Maintenance Gardening
- Propagation
- Pruning
- Roses
- Tomato Culture
- What About Soils?
- Succulents and Cacti
- Vegetable Gardening
- What is a Master Gardener?
- Peppers, Onions and Tomato Facts
- Fertilizer Use
- Weed Killers
Additional information and instructions on how to request a speaker can be found by clicking here. Please contact our office if you need additional information.
