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Two people sifting raw compost using a bike propelled trommel screen, one loading with a shovel, the other peddling the bike

Feature on UCCE Compost Demonstration Site

September 26, 2024
By Michael Cohen
Our site at Martial Cottle Park for demonstrating small-scale composting and vermicomposting was the focus of this recent feature article and video by UCANR Strategic Communications: News & Events - Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources...
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Issue 009

September 26, 2024
Fall, September 2024, Issue 009...
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Butternut squash are excellent winter product. Photo courtesy Shutterstock
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Growing Winter Veggies on Patios

September 26, 2024
by David George There is a crispness in the air, which means that autumn is right around the corner. Fall also marks the time when the growing season comes to an end across most of the US.
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Plant something else - broccoli. Photo courtesy of Greg Letts.
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Prepping Vegetable Beds for Winter

September 26, 2024
by Greg Letts So, you have harvested the last of your tomatoes and peppers for the year. Now what? Lets start with dispelling the myth that your veggie beds need to rest. Your vegetable beds don't need to rest during the off-season. In fact, it's much better for your soil to stay active.
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Photo courtesy of Anne Sutherland.
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Introducing a New Contra Costa Master Gardener Project

September 26, 2024
by Anne Sutherland In our big, vibrant county, Spanish is spoken in nearly 30% of households. As most of you know, English is typically spoken at our talks, Farmers Market tables, and in our videos...
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Jardineros-4
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Presentamos un nuevo proyecto de Jardineros Maestros de Contra Costa

September 26, 2024
by Anne Sutherland Varios de nosotros enseamos clases prcticas y apoyamos jardines en programas escolares y comunitarios y en eventos especiales en todo el condado. Recientemente tuvimos un puesto en la Plaza Todos Santos en Concord para el Festival Latino, celebrando el Mes Hispano.
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Fall grapes.
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Wrapping up 2024 with a big Thank You to our Readers

September 26, 2024
Wed like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued interest in our program. Your passion for expanding your knowledge in horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscaping practices inspires us every day.
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