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Program UpdateThe CalFresh Healthy Living Program ends September 30, 2026CalFresh Healthy Living, University of California (known federally as SNAP-Ed) has provided low resource communities with evidence-based education on healthier eating and physical activity, aligned with policy, systems, and…
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A tomato hornworm passes through hands at the Bohart Museum of Entomology's Moth Night open house.

Hornworms and Headbands Help Headline Moth Night at UC Davis

July 24, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Hornworms and headbands helped headline Moth Night at the Bohart Museum of Entomology, UC Davis.Did the huge hungry hornworms hold headbands?No, they did not. But what an alliteration!Youngsters and adults alike held hornworms, a pest of tomatoes, and the attendees also crafted colorful moth antennae…
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bulbs in soil with green sprouts of bulb plants
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Fall Planted Flower Bulbs

Sep 10, 2026

Fall means time to dream about Spring blooms. Most flower bulbs are in one of two categories -fall planted-spring blooming or spring planted-summer blooming. Pamela McCabe, UC Master Gardener of Yolo County, will cover fall planted bulbs that perform well in Yolo County. She will provide guidance in how to…
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County
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Hedgerow Field Day Agenda date and location of the field day.
Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties: Event

Hedgerow Field Day

Aug 12, 2026

🌾 Join Us for the Hedgerow Field Day!Learn how hedgerows can benefit California rice production through improved pest management, pollinator habitat, conservation practices, and soil health.📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026 🕤 Registration: 9:30 a.m. 🕙 Program: 10:00–11:35 a.m. 📍 Corner of Tule Rd. & Lodi Rd.,…
Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties
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Peach
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Common Diseases of Fruit and Landscape Trees and How to Manage Them

Aug 27, 2026

Spots, wilting, dieback, discoloration, and unusual growth do not always mean that a plant has an infectious disease. Join Dr. Akif Eskalen, Professor of Cooperative Extension in Plant Pathology for a talk that introduces Master Gardeners to a practical, science-based approach for recognizing symptoms and…
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County
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Serramonte Farmers' Market
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Education Table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market

Sep 24, 2026

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness.Photo credit…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Serramonte Farmers' Market
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Education Table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market

Sep 10, 2026

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness.Photo credit…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Pruning 101

Sep 12, 2026

Pruning can feel mysterious and daunting, but with a few basic concepts and guidelines in hand, anyone can improve their skill. Join us for an overview of pruning basics and examples of common pruning tasks. Bring your pruning questions.UC Master Gardener Presenter Kathy Ryan: Kathy is a 2024 graduate of the…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Produce harvest
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Education Table at the Divisadero Farmers' Market

Sep 20, 2026

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Divisadero Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer your gardening questions regarding plants, plant maintenance, soil, garden pests and more.Photo credit: Janet Gilmore, UC Master Gardener
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Plant Clinic at the San Mateo Arboretum

Sep 6, 2026

Come anytime between 12:00 to 3:00 pm for this walk-in plant clinic. UC Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems. Bring samples of your problem plants in clear plastics bags for better diagnosis. If you suspect insect damage,…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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