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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

East Bay Public Gardens Open House - SE2026

Jun 6, 2026

Join us for the free East Bay Public Gardens Open House to discover the beauty and benefits of water-wise gardens. Visit a nearby garden for expert tips, garden tours, and resources.In collaboration with EBMUD, CCWD, and UC Master Gardeners of Contra Costa County and Alameda. Here's the direct…
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SoCal Water Resources: Page

CIMIS STATION AT SC REC

 SC REC CIMIS STATIONFor current data from the California Irrigation Management. Information System (CIMIS) weather stations. The station located at the University of California (UCCE & SC REC) is station 75. See the description below. Click here to access the CIMIS WebsiteIrvine #75Southern…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Backyard Grapes—Tips & Tricks

May 12, 2026
By CoCoMG Helpdesk
by Jim DeFrisco, UC Master Gardener, for the 2014 Sustainability FairPlanning Your VineyardTable grapes (mostly Vitis labrusca) or wine grapes (mostly Vitis vinifera).Site selection.Lots of sun and good drainage are the most important considerations.Varietal selection.Different varietals require more or less…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Growing Vegetables in Containers

May 12, 2026
By CoCoMG Helpdesk
Soil Depth Needed for Vegetable Varieties9 to 12 inches for shallow rooted vegetables: lettuces, radishes, green onions, spinach, chard, kale, herbs12 to 14 inches for moderate depth vegetables: peas, carrots (short varieties), eggplant, peppers16 to 18 inches for tomatoes, potatoes, zucchini, winter…
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Miles poses in a backyard path he made by running between a paved walkway and the fence. J.C. Lawrence
The Real Dirt: Article

Dogs in the Garden

May 12, 2026
Dogs in our gardens can present many challenges. Dogs usually want to please their humans, but the very nature of the beast does not always coincide with our gardening desires and expectations. Dogs can wear paths through yards in unexpected and unplanned places. They might dig unsightly holes, which can…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County: Event

Garden Talk: How to Successfully Grow Sweet Onions (Oakland)

Aug 15, 2026

Alameda County Master Gardener Guy Duran will talk about growing sweet onions in your garden. There is a fee to park in the Gardens if you enter by car. Park near Gate 4. Enter at that gate, turn left and follow signs to the Trials Garden nearby.This event is outdoors and is subject to weather and the UC…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County: Event

Garden Talk: Growing Fresh Herbs for the Kitchen (Oakland)

Jun 20, 2026

Learn how to grow herbs in containers and a small plot in your garden. This event is free.This event is outdoors and is subject to weather and the UC Master Gardener's discretion. Please dress appropriately!
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Oranges in a grocery store. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

Ag Pests and Climate Warming

May 12, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 A team of nine researchers led by UC Davis entomologist Mia Lippey published an important paper today on climate warming and the effect on agricultural pests.The work, “Field Data Challenge Predictions of Universal Crop Pest Proliferation under Warming,” appearing in the Proceedings of the National…
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San Joaquin 4-H News: Article

2026 4-H Scholarships

May 12, 2026
By Angela Tipsey
San Joaquin County 4-H Scholarship Application InstructionsDeadline for submission is June 5, 2026 Read these instructions carefully and follow all directions before completing the online application. Thank you for your interest in applying for a scholarship from the San Joaquin County 4-H Leaders…
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Master Food Preserver SLO/SB Counties: Article

Giving Back With Purpose

May 12, 2026
By Kelly Q Hong
The UC Master Food Preserver (UC MFP) program is a volunteer-based program that has been operating in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties since 2014 and serves the community through public education, positive youth engagement, and collaborative partnerships to extend research on food safety and home…
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