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UC Master Food Preserver: Article

Consejos para la congelación

May 11, 2026
By Susan Mosbacher
(Freezing Tips) Descarga este archivo en formato PDF ArchivedLa congelación moderna es una de las técnicas más fáciles y duraderas que tenemos y también la  más conveniente, siempre y cuando el proceso de congelación se ejecute con cuidado.FACTORES QUE AFECTAN LA CALIDAD DE LOS ALIMENTOS CONGELADOS …
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UC Master Food Preserver: Article

CONSEJOS DE SEGURIDAD ALIMENTARIA

May 11, 2026
By Susan Mosbacher
(Food Safety Quick Tips) Descarga este archivo como un PDF ArchivedLas bacterias que causan enfermedades pueden sobrevivir en muchos lugares alrededor de su cocina, incluyendo sus manos, utensilios y tablas para cortar. Mantener los alimentos en buen estado y limpios le ayudará a proteger a su familia y…
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Learn About Native Bees at Bohart Museum Open House

May 11, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 The Bohart Museum of Entomology at UC Davis is the place to "bee" on Saturday afternoon, May 16--especially if you want to learn more about native bees noted book authors Krystle Hickman and Felicity Muth.That's when the Bohart will host a open house, themed "Buzz Words: Insects in Literature," from 1…
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a newspaper hat with a yellow balloon (labelled "sun"), blue feather (labelled "air), black feather (labelled "soil"), blue paper water drops (labelled "water"), and small black particles (labelled "nutrients")
Thriving Forward: Article

Supporting Youth Engagement in Expanded Learning Partnerships

May 11, 2026
By Stepha Velednitsky, Matthew R Rodriguez, Grace Belt, Steven Worker, Marianne Bird, Nicole K Marshall-Wheeler, Ally Lemmer, Kimberly Holmes
In this blog post series, we discussed how collaborating with out-of-school-time education programs can help 4-H programs reach more youth. We’ve shared ideas for how 4-H staff can go about establishing effective and supportive working relationships with community partners. For community partners, one major…
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Blog Verde: Article

UC ofrecerá taller gratuito para mejorar la eficiencia de la pulverización

May 11, 2026
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
 Agricultores y asesores de control de plagas podrán conocer cómo las boquillas afectan la cobertura y la deriva en cultivos de árboles frutalesSe invita a productores de árboles frutales, gerentes de granjas, aplicadores con licencia, asesores de control de plagas y otros que buscan mejorar la…
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Doe and two young deer. Photo from Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve.
UC Cooperative Extension Sonoma County: Event

Wildlife camera use for forest landowners

Event Date
Jun 9, 2026

The Forest Stewardship Program is hosting this webinar focusing on wildlife camera use with Chris Horton, forest landowner and Forest Stewardship participant; Valerie Elder, Professor of Forestry, College of the Redwoods; and Robert Douglas, State Forest Biologist, Mendocino Unit.Join the webinar to learn…
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UC Master Food Preserver: Article

Evite que sus alimentos se echen a perder

May 11, 2026
By Susan Mosbacher
(Keep your food from spoiling)Mantenga los alimentos almacenados en buen estado (seguros)¿Le sobraron alimentos? Haga rendir su presupuesto para alimentos y manténgalos en buen estado para poder consumirlos durante el máximo tiempo posible.Por qué se echan a perder los alimentosLos alimentos se echan a…
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MarkupTo use HTML markup for accessibility, the most effective strategy is to follow Semantic HTML, which means using the correct tag for its intended purpose. This allows assistive technologies like screen readers to interpret the structure and functionality of your site automatically.TablesDo not use…
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Web Accessibility

Web accessibility ensures websites, tools, and technologies are designed for people with disabilities—including visual, auditory, physical, and cognitive impairments—to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the web. It removes barriers to information and communication, often adhering to the Web…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Article

Preserve it! Series: Pros, Cons, and Limitations for Canning Fruits & Vegetables

May 11, 2026
What does "hot pack" vs "raw pack" refer to regarding canning produce? Hot pack and raw pack refer to the method of packing food into jars prior to canning.  There are advantages and disadvantages to each method; when both options are given, the one you choose comes down to personal preference…
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