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UC Master Food Preservers of Solano and Yolo Counties: Event

Capture the Flavor Solano County

Sep 2, 2026

Discover the fascinating history and cultural significance of unique spices you may have never tried before and learn creative ways to add exciting new flavors to your everyday cooking.Learn how to safely dehydrate fresh herbs at home.Create your own custom spice blend to take home.Sample a variety of herbs…
UC Master Food Preservers of Solano and Yolo Counties
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Seedlings, highlighted by purple dots, are being planted in a grid pattern by contractors.
Forestry Research and Outreach: Document

Post-Fire Factsheet: Seedling planting; density, species, arrangement

Release date: March 2026. It’s often necessary to plant trees to restore forests after high severity wildfire. Deciding how many and what kind of trees to plant and in what pattern is a key step in the reforestation process. These decisions can be informed by understanding the resiliency that California…
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Prescribed fire burns through a previously burned forest.
Forestry Research and Outreach: Document

Post-Fire Factsheet: Use of prescribed fire in young forest stands

Release date: March 2026. With an increase in high severity wildfire, planted young conifer trees are increasingly common across the landscape. Since these young stands are vulnerable to additional high severity fire, managers need to develop innovative strategies to help them thrive and mature (York et al…
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Broccoli plants, Barbara Kissinger Santos

Growing Brassicas

July 17, 2026
By Barbara Kissinger Santos
It may seem a bit early to talk about cool season vegetables but for those of us who like to start our own seedlings or maybe squeeze in two crops, July is the time to start preparing. With the right timing, soil preparation, and pest management, you can enjoy abundant harvests of these nutrient-packed…
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California Scrub Jay with Acorn, Richard Brown
The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

Western Scrub Jay – The Intelligent Gardener Bird

July 17, 2026
By Denise Godbout-Avant
The California scrub jay aka the western scrub jay (Aphelocoma californica) is a familiar sight in Central Valley gardens. It is one of my favorite birds due to its outsized personality.   Description Members of the same highly intelligent bird group (Corvidae) as crows and ravens, the…
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avocado rootstock seedlings

Avocado Rootstock Research

July 17, 2026
By Ben A Faber
An international conference was held to evaluate commercialization of new avocado rootstocks with improved production potential and improved water and salt tolerances
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water
Stanislaus County: Article

Evapotranspiration Report - 07/17/2026

July 17, 2026
By Yolanda Cruz
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 coming week. …
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Making your garden winter ready
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Winterizing Your Garden/ Hill Rd Library

Nov 17, 2026

Winterizing Your GardenEven though Ventura County gardens can thrive year-round, winter is the perfect time to prepare for spring's bounty. Our "Winterizing Your Garden" class will cover essential topics including soil preparation, strategic planting plans including crop rotation, optimal seedling timing,…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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seeds on a table
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

The Magic of Seeds: Amazing Facts Every Gardener Should Know/Camarillo Library

Oct 20, 2026

The Magic of Seeds: Amazing Facts Every Gardener Should KnowDiscover the remarkable world of seeds and the surprising secrets they hold—from why a tiny lettuce seed can produce a giant head in weeks, to why beet "seeds" need thinning (hint: they're actually seed clusters!). We'll explore fascinating seed…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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