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Stanislaus County: Article

Evapotranspiration Weekly Report 3/19/26

March 20, 2026
By Sandi L Gudino
Please find the attached document to provide the previous week’s estimated water use report in terms of evapotranspiration for almonds, peaches, walnuts, established vineyard, alfalfa, and pasture in Stanislaus County. This report may be used as a guide in your irrigation schedule for the…
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A bee foraging on citrus bloom
Citrus IPM News: Article

Citrus Bloom Declared Across San Joaquin Valley: What It Means for Thrips Management

March 19, 2026
By Sandipa Gautam
Citrus Bloom Declared Across San Joaquin Valley: What It Means for Thrips ManagementCitrus bloom has now been declared across the major growing regions of the San Joaquin Valley, with the first bloom observed in Kern County (March 12–19), followed closely by Fresno County (March 14–19) and Tulare County …
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Master Gardeners in their Kiosk at the Visalia Farmers Market
UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County: Event

Visalia Farmers Market

Oct 3, 2026

Do you have gardening questions? Visit the UC Master Gardeners of Tulare/Kings County Information Table at the Visalia Farmers Market for free pamphlets, handouts, and expert plant and pest advice.  We encourage you to bring your questions, photos, or even garden samples—whether you're a beginner or an…
UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County
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Creating a new species of spider with modeling clay.
Bug Squad: Article

They Created 'New Species' of Spiders

March 19, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Future arachnologists? Maybe! Artists? Definitely!Children and adults alike created "new species" of spiders when they worked with modeling clay at the Bohart Museum of Entomology's recent open house, themed "Eight-Leg Encounters." All arachnids, including scorpions,  spiders, and ticks, have…
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Page

Become a UC Master Food Preserver

2027 Training Opening Soon Training applications open in the fall, with classes beginning early in the year. See below for important dates.The UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties is a volunteer-driven program that shares research-based food safety and preservation…
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West Marin Fair Participant with her sheep in front of a West Marin Fair banner
UC Cooperative Extension Marin County: Event

West Marin Fair 2026

May 16, 2026

West Marin Fair on Saturday, May 16th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 14500 Point Reyes–Petaluma Hill Road! This fun-filled community event will feature animal showmanship classes, a BBQ lunch, hands-on activities, and a variety of still exhibits. Entry is just $5 per submission, and attendance is free—bring the…
UC Cooperative Extension Marin County
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