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ANR Employee News: Article

Names in the News

January 30, 2026
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
 Warburton joins UCCE Capitol Corridor as area directorKaren Warburton is the new UC Cooperative Extension area director for the Capitol Corridor, which includes Sacramento, Solano and Yolo counties. She brings more than two decades of experience spanning both higher education leadership and county…
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ANR Contracts & Grants Updates: Article

Sustainable Agricultural Systems (SAS) Program 2026

January 30, 2026
By Kendra T Rose
The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) invites applications for the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Sustainable Agricultural Systems (SAS) program for fiscal year (FY) 2026. The long-term purpose of this call is to help transform the U.S. food and agricultural system to…
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Under the Solano Sun: Article

Roses, Roses, and More Roses!

January 30, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Article by Vincent Hughes February is already here, and spring is on the way! It’s almost hard to believe that we’re now over a month into the new year! But with February comes a day that we’re all too familiar with, Valentine's Day! And what is the first thing that all of us think of when we think…
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

New study finds higher Chronic Fatigue Syndrome risk among LGB+ Adults

January 30, 2026
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and other sexual minority individuals—or LGB+—experience persistent health disparities and higher rates of depression related to discrimination and minority stress, yet the burden of chronic fatigue syndrome, a debilitating and often misdiagnosed condition, is not well understood…
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UC Weed Science (weed control, management, ecology, and minutia): Article

UCCE Sutter-Yuba Advisors to Participate in Weed Management Area Project

January 30, 2026
By Whitney B Brim-Deforest, Troy L Clark
UCCE Sutter–Yuba is pleased to announce the launch of a new collaborative project with the Sutter and Yuba County Agricultural Commissioners’ Offices focused on the identification and management of invasive weed species in the region. As part of this effort, this project will be coordinating ongoing mapping…
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UCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County: Event

The Backyard is for the Birds - Empire Library

Event Date
Feb 7, 2026

Research shows that simply hearing or seeing birds can lift your spirits for up to 8 hours! Join us and discover tips for making your yard a favorite stop for local birds.
UCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County
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UCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County: Event

The Backyard is for the Birds - Denair Library

Event Date
Feb 17, 2026

Research shows that simply hearing or seeing birds can lift your spirits for up to 8 hours! Join us and discover tips for making your yard a favorite stop for local birds.
UCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County
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UCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County: Event

The Backyard is for the Birds - Ceres Library

Event Date
Feb 9, 2026

Research shows that simply hearing or seeing birds can lift your spirits for up to 8 hours! Join us and discover tips for making your yard a favorite stop for local birds.
UCCE Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County
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