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Master Food Preserver SLO/SB Counties: Article

Valentine's Day cookie mix in a jar, a perfect match for your dried cranberries

February 12, 2022
By Shannon Klisch
This article first appeared in the San Luis Obispo Tribune. Last November I had an abundance of fresh cranberries. After water bath canning a few jars, I decided to dry the rest with my dehydrator. I finally found the perfect way to use the dried cranberries and share with my friends.
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Under the Solano Sun: Article

Malabar Spinach, Anyone?

February 11, 2022
I don't know about you, but I have never tried growing spinach before. I thought they are harder to grow especially in Vallejo where the temperature starts to warm up after the last day of frost. My good friend Darren Goon gave me some spinach seeds a few years ago and I never planted them.
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A newly announced UC Davis Crowdfunding Project will help support the UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day. Crowdfunding ends at 11:59 p.m., Feb. 28.

Crowdfunding for UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day

February 11, 2022
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
Would you like to make a financial contribution to support the 11th annual UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day? A UC Davis Crowdfunding Project is underway until 11:59 p.m., Feb. 28, with a set goal of $5000. Contributions from $5 on up are welcome.
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Monterey County: Article

4-H Leader's Council January 15th, meeting 2022

February 11, 2022
Dear 4-H families, On Tuesday, February 15th, the 4-H Leaders Council will hold its monthly meeting at 7pm. this will be virtual. See link below. All 4-H families are invited to attend and take part in the councils discussion and planning.
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Glenn County: Article

Glenn County 4-H Roundup Newsletter - February & March 2022

February 11, 2022
In this issue: YQCA Training Council/Staff Updates 4-H Staff Report & County-wide News Club & Project Info Sect/State/Natl News Inserts * 4-H Fundraiser Dinner Flyer * Battle of the Bakers Contest * Updated Calendar of Events 2021-2022 * State Events Flyer...
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Citrus mealybug infestation. Note, three females (covered in white sacs) and first instars
Citrus IPM News: Article

Citrus mealybug activity is starting the Central Valley!

February 11, 2022
By Sandipa Gautam
Citrus mealybug has been increasing issue in the San Joaquin Valley in last 3 years. It has been reported from Kern, Fresno, Tulare, and Madera counties in the past years. It is a hemipteran pest that feeds on plant sap, reducing tree vigor and affects yield.
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Man using pruning shears to prune an apple tree.
The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

Fruitful Trees Result from Proper Early Care

February 11, 2022
By Anne E Schellman
When discussing fruit tree planting and growing, I always stress the importance of developing trees for the long run. While you may plant and harvest vegetable crops in a single season, fruit trees and grapevines remain in your garden for many years.
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Kombucha - ColoStateUniversity
Preservation Notes - San Joaquin Master Food Preservers: Article

Fermentation

February 11, 2022
By William Loyko Jr.
Fermentation..What is it and can it be beneficial to my health? LeAnne Calderon, UC Master Food Preserver, San Joaquin County Kombucha, Kefir, Sauerkraut and other fermented foods are becoming more popular in the natural food markets.
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