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Olinda versus Rosy Red Valencia
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A New Valencia Variety

October 2, 2025
By Ben A Faber
Research might seem like it happens primarily in labs or hospitals, under microscopes or with the latest in high-tech equipment. But in California, where farming has grown into a $60B industry, science is happening down on the farm — and research has literally become an essential part of putting food on the…
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Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm

October 1, 2025
By Michael Lecours
By Cindy Watter, UC Master Gardener of Napa County While organizing some of my old newspaper columns, I came across one that declared my affection for invasive plants. In fact, I ranked them at the top of my plant pantheon, because for me, “invasive” can be synonymous with “easy to grow.” (Yes, I’m…
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leafy greens in a six pack
Under the Solano Sun: Article

No Need to Turn in your Trowel in Winter

October 1, 2025
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Article by Patti BrantleyWhen summer vegetables fade, many people think gardening has to stop. In fact, the cooler months are an ideal time to grow leafy greens. Plants like lettuce, spinach, bok choy, and chard not only tolerate lower temperatures but also often taste better. Cooler weather slows bolting,…
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International Speakers

CONFERENCE INVITATION LETTERFor Visa Application SupportBelow we have outlined an invitational letter template that we will provide to our international attendees requiring a visa application after their submitted abstract has been accepted. Please view the letter below. Fill in the information…
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cinnamon sticks
Under the Solano Sun: Article

You Can Grow Cinnamon in Solano County?!

October 1, 2025
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Article by Vincent HughesDo you enjoy cooking or baking with cinnamon? Do you enjoy mixing it with drinks like apple cider? Then let me be the first to share with you that you can grow cinnamon right here in Solano County, in your own backyard! Cinnamon verum (or C. zeylanicum), known as “Ceylon…
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[PODCAST] This Month In The Garden – October 2025

Oct 1, 2025

It’s October in the Garden time! This week, Master Gardeners Teena Spindler and Katrina Kirkeby bring you the This Month In The Garden show on In The Garden with UC Master Gardeners of Orange County. Tasks start with a good work up of the soil. Just like in Spring, amend and fertilize and dig deep. Get…
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