Archive Nut, Prune and Olive Programs

Newsletters

 

 Newsletter Articles:

May 2025Archived

 

Field picture submitted by Elizabeth Fichtner

 Links

 

Publications

Accessible, Adaptive and Age-Resilient Gardening, Part 1

July 1, 2026
By Michelle Davis
Accessible, Adaptive and Age-resilient Gardening, Part 1Gardening exercises body, mind and spirit. But what happens when an illness or trauma, a pre-existing or worsening pre-existing condition or age throws a wrench in gardening activities? Does gardening cease? Fortunately, the answer can be a resounding, …
View Article
UC Master Gardeners of Merced County: Article

July Garden To-Dos

July 1, 2026
By Allison Plagenza
By Pat ShayKeep after weeds - staying on top of them when they are small is much easier than trying to get rid of them when they have begin to choke out producing plants.Water - a constant issue in summer gardening.  Monitor plants and maintain enough water to keep everything from wilting without…
View Article
Primary Image
fair garden
UC Master Gardeners of Merced County: Article

The 2026 Merced County Fair Demonstration Garden

July 1, 2026
By Allison Plagenza
The 2026 Fair Demonstration GardenBy Judy MacLaren, UC Master Gardener of Merced County  If you visited the Horticulture exhibit area at last month's Merced County Fair, you may have seen the beautiful 20 foot by 24 foot demonstration garden designed, created, and built by the UC Master Gardeners…
View Article
Primary Image
Text reads "Pest Tips for July". In the background you see a picture of a summer garden, abundant with flowers and fruit trees.

July Pest Management Tips

July 1, 2026
By Yulie Velez
Summer is in full force and while it's been quite hot in many parts of California, it's been very cool in others. That's why UC IPM's Seasonal Landscape IPM Checklist is a useful tool to help you figure out what to do in your region each month! Here are some general tips for keeping your landscape…
View Article
Primary Image
colorful fruits and vegetables
Healthy Central Sierra: Article

Eat the (Produce) Rainbow!

June 30, 2026
By Kitty Oppliger
It’s officially summer! Farmer’s markets, roadside stands and grocery store produce sections are overflowing with an abundance of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Incorporating a variety of produce of all shades can help you meet your vitamin and mineral needs. But what makes these foods so colorful? Most of…
View Article
Primary Image
Basket of home grown vegetables
Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

Good Enough Is Great: Setting Realistic Expectations for Your Vegetable Garden

June 30, 2026
By Jim Farr
Have you ever harvested a tomato with a crack in the skin, found a few aphids on your kale, had a few holes in your cabbage leaves or dug up a crooked carrot and wondered what went wrong? If so, you're not alone.   Many beginning and experienced vegetable gardeners expect homegrown…
View Article
Primary Image
Basket of home grown vegetables
Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

Good Enough Is Great: Setting Realistic Expectations for Your Vegetable Garden

June 30, 2026
By Jim Farr
Have you ever harvested a tomato with a crack in the skin, found a few aphids on your kale, had a few holes in your cabbage leaves or dug up a crooked carrot and wondered what went wrong? If so, you're not alone.   Many beginning and experienced vegetable gardeners expect homegrown…
View Article
Event Primary Image
Question mark comprised of fruit collage
UC Master Food Preserver: Event

Pregunte a un Maestro Conservador de Alimentos de la Universidad de California (En línea)

Event Date
Jul 22, 2026

Únase en línea a los Maestros Conservadores de Alimentos de la Universidad de California para una sesión gratuita de preguntas y respuestas en español sobre métodos seguros y basados ​​en la investigación para la conservación de alimentos. Un panel de voluntarios especializados en congelación,…
UC Master Food Preserver
View Event