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UC Cooperative Extension Imperial County: Article

May 2026 - Ag Briefs

May 20, 2026
By Jennifer L De La Fuente
Weather Events Exacerbate Herbicide Injury to Peppers in California’s Low Desert Growing ConditionIris Yellow Spot Virus (IYSV) Detected in Imperial Valley Onion FieldsDeficit Irrigation in Alfalfa Reduces Crop Water Use by 40 to 50 Percent During SummerEvaluation of Bromoxynil Herbicide for Late Season Weed…
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fresh mozzarella cheese being pulled out of hot whey with a ladle
Master Food Preserver Program of San Diego County: Page

Fresh Mozzarella Cheese

There is nothing more decadent than fresh, homemade mozzarella!Makes: ~ 4, 2-3” cheese balls Prep: 30 minutes set up + 30 Minutes to create & stretch cheeseINGREDIENTS: • 1 Gal whole milk, as fresh as possible (pasteurized but NOT ultra-pasteurized) • ¼ tsp liquid rennet mixed into ¼ c cool water …
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UC 4-H Program of Calaveras County: Event

County Record Book Competition

Aug 25, 2026

County Record Book Competition recognizes 4-H members for excellence in completing their project and leadership records over the program year. To be eligible, record books must have been submitted to the county office by 8/18/2026.Submitted books are reviewed at the county level for completeness, accuracy,…
UC 4-H Program of Calaveras County
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CA Poppies and other wildflowers
UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog: Article

Learning Garden Expansion Boosts Education and Community Impact in Sutter and Yuba Counties

May 20, 2026
By Katherine Uhde
A former horseshoe pit at the county fairgrounds has been transformed into the Sutter-Yuba Learning Garden, a community space for growing food, teaching gardening skills and bringing volunteers and residents together. Over the past eight years, the Learning Garden, led by the UC Master Gardener Program of…
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jars of strawberry lemon marmalade with whole lemons in the foreground
Master Food Preserver Program of San Diego County: Page

Strawberry Lemon Marmalade

Sweet strawberries and bright lemons come together in this sunny marmalade, creating a perfect balance of fruity sweetness and citrusy tang. Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over desserts for a taste of summer in every bite.Yield: ~ 7, half pint jars Prep: 30 Minutes Processing: 10…
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UC 4-H Program of Calaveras County: Event

County Record Book Competition - Books Due to Office

Aug 18, 2026

County Record Book Competition recognizes outstanding 4-H members who have demonstrated strong project work and completed their record books with a Gold Seal at the club level.Only books receiving a Gold Seal at club judging are eligible to advance to county competition. All eligible record books must be…
UC 4-H Program of Calaveras County
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UC 4-H Program of Calaveras County: Event

Project Leader Kick-Off

Jul 18, 2026

Join us for the Project Leader Kick-Off, a hands-on training and planning day designed to help project leaders start the 4-H year strong. This session will provide opportunities to connect with fellow volunteers, explore county resources and opportunities, and build a successful plan for your project year…
UC 4-H Program of Calaveras County
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a pot of ingredients used to make tomato marmalade including cut tomotoes and citrus
Master Food Preserver Program of San Diego County: Page

Tomato Marmalade

Tomato marmalade is incredibly versatile. It’s delicious spread on toast, crackers, or scones. It can also be used as a glaze for meats, a topping for grilled cheese sandwiches, or a condiment for cheese boards.Yield: ~ 9, half pint jars Prep: 90 Minutes Processing: 5 MinutesIngredients: • 3 quarts ripe…
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a pile of tomatillo fruit with green and purple variegated skin on
Master Food Preserver Program of San Diego County: Page

Tomatillo Salsa

A tasty salsa to dress tacos or enchiladas or serve with chips.Makes: ~ 5 pint jars Prep: 45 minutes Processing Time: 15 minutesINGREDIENTS: • 5 cups chopped, cored, husked tomatillos • 1 ½ cups seeded, chopped, long green chiles • ½ cup seeded, finely chopped jalapeno peppers • 4 cups chopped onion • 1 cup…
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3 lemons next to a jar of frozen lemon curd and lemon juicer with two lemon cookies on a plate with a pink background
Master Food Preserver Program of San Diego County: Page

Lemon Curd - Canned

This tangy condiment can be used to complement either sweets or savories like ice cream, scones or muffins, cottage cheese and yogurt.Yield: ~3-4 half-pint jars Prep: 45 Minutes Processing: 15 MinutesIngredients: • 2½ cups superfine sugar • ½ cup lemon zest, freshly zested (optional) • 1 cup bottled lemon…
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