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Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties: Article

Rice Notes - December 2019

June 27, 2025
By Whitney B Brim-Deforest
• 2020 Annual Rice Grower Meetings • Genetics and possible origins of weedy rice
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Photo of the Woodland Regional Park Preserve wetlands.
The Savvy Sage: Article

NEW in Yolo County! The Woodland Regional Park Preserve

June 27, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
  Article by Lorie Hammond -  Many of us drive between Davis and Woodland for work, pleasure, or to go to Costco! The experience of traversing County Road 102 between these towns is utilitarian at best. For a delightful surprise, take a half-hour deviation and turn east on County Road 25A…
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pink and white lewisia flowers
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Lewisia

June 27, 2025
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog article by Jenni DodiniMy first encounter with Lewisia was at the Botanic Gardens in Reykjavik, Iceland. I was mesmerized, but alas, Fairfield doesn't have the same climate as Iceland. Honestly, though, at the time we were in Iceland in June, it was much the same as a nice day in San Francisco. …
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Meadow flowers
Fresno Gardening Green: Article

A new native plant garden inspires backyard nature conservation

June 27, 2025
By Jeannette Warnert
 Preserving natural ecosystems and the native food web isn’t only for large swaths of undeveloped land. A new movement encourages suburban and urban residents to create habitats for birds, insects and wildlife by growing native plants in their yards. By foregoing part of the lawn, removing a few non…
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Peach on tree
Fresno Gardening Green: Article

This week in the garden: June 27 - July 3

June 27, 2025
By Jeannette Warnert
Native plants have the ability to survive in the worst of times and thrive during the good times. They require less care, less water and can make spectacular flower displays.TasksUse Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) to control petunia bud worms and tomato horn worms.Watch for pests and treat if necessary.Be sure…
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Banded alder borer on leaf. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

What's That Bug?

June 26, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 What's that bug?If you're painting your house, a mural, or your vehicle, you have a better chance of seeing it.Vacaville artist Joi McNeill, who is painting a mural on a building in the 300 block of Merchant Street, Vacaville, saw one today. She's working on a mural that includes the Old Town Hall, a…
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California poppies in a garden
UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties: Page

Native Plant Boot Camp (2025)

  THIS LISTING IS NOT CURRENT AND IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY Our Native Plant Boot Camp is sold out!Thank you all for your interest. It's going to be a great day!Download Schedule of EventsIf you missed out on the Boot Camp we hope to see you soon at one of ourUpcoming Classes …
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The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

Fungus Gnats in Houseplants 

June 26, 2025
By Anne E Schellman
 Houseplants are amazing! They brighten up your home and bring nature indoors. But sometimes, a pest makes an appearance. Enter the pesky little fungus gnat.  Fungus gnats (Orfelia and Bradysia species) can be quite a nuisance. These dark, tiny (1/16 to 1/8 inch long) almost delicate-looking flies…
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Stanislaus County 4-H: Page

Emerald Star Application & Information

Emerald Star Application Process(Historic Record Book Project)Eligible Years: 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 Eligible Ages: 13–18 years oldThis Emerald Star opportunity is designed for 4-H members completing the Historic Record Book Project. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, planning, and follow-through to…
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