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Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension: Event

Composting Basics, Cupertino

Apr 11, 2026

Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Certified Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant. With wide reaching…
Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension
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Grazing Cattle
On the Range: Article

Virtual Fence Workshop at Hopland Research & Extension Center - March 2, 2026

February 10, 2026
By Devii R Rao
   Please join UC Cooperative Extension for a workshop on virtual fencing! In this workshop you will learn from HREC staff and a Mendocino County rancher about what virtual fencing is, how it works, costs associated with getting it set up, and pros/cons of using virtual fence compared to…
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Cheese
UC Master Food Preserver Program of Orange County: Event

Public Class: Get Off Your Tuffet and Get Into the Whey!

Mar 3, 2026

Thank you to all who registered!  Class is SOLD OUT. Master Food Preservers of Orange County Present a Public Class An Introduction to Artisan Cheesemaking March 3, 2026        Beginning at 1:30 pmJoin the Master Food Preservers of Orange County on March 3, 2026…
UC Master Food Preserver Program of Orange County
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Produce harvest
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

From Soil and Seeds to Nutritious Vegetables: A How-To Guide

Mar 21, 2026

UC Master Gardener Nick Landolfi will describe the basics of healthy soil and a plant friendly environment, seed germination and seedling care, transplanting of seedlings and care of growing plants, as well as vegetable harvesting and post-harvesting garden care. A variety of techniques and helpful hints…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Page

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How to Reach UsUC Master Gardener of Yolo County 2780 E. Gibson Road Woodland, CA 95776 Phone:530-666-8737 (answer desk) Email: mgyolo@ucanr.eduFollow UsFacebookInstagramYouTubeMeet Our CoordinatorJennifer Baumbach707-389-0645 (texts ok)jmbaumbach@ucanr.edu 
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Worm bin
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

No Backyard, No Problem: Composting with Worms in the City

Mar 22, 2026

If you love gardening but have minimal outdoor space, creating compost to feed your plants can be challenging. But worms can create vermicompost for you, and they can do it in very small spaces – even indoors! In this presentation you'll learn the importance of compost for keeping your plants healthy, and…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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UC Master Gardeners of Solano County: Page

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How to Reach UsUC Master Gardener of Solano County 501 Texas Street, First Floor Fairfield, CA 94533 Phone: 707-784-1322 (hotline) Email: mgsolano@ucanr.eduFollow UsFacebookInstagramMeet Our CoordinatorJennifer Baumbachphone: 707-389-0645 (texts ok)jmbaumbach@ucanr.edu 
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Agave attenuata 'Ray of Light'
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Succulents in Pots and in the Garden

Mar 29, 2026

No matter the size of your patio, deck, balcony or apartment windowsill, you can find a place to grow succulents in the city! After a brief overview of the natural history of succulents, UC Master Gardener Delle Maxwell will discuss succulent care and culture, including soils, pots, watering and light…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Colorful flowers
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Designing Beautiful Gardens in San Francisco’s Unique Conditions

Mar 29, 2026

San Francisco gardens come with their own set of challenges—shade from neighboring buildings, compact urban lots and persistent wind. In this talk, we’ll explore how to create thoughtful, resilient and inspiring garden spaces no matter the constraints. We’ll begin by grounding ourselves in core landscape…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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