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Bringing Science Closer to the Field

June 1, 2026
By Diana Cervantes
For years, researchers at the South Coast Research and Extension Center worked without dedicated laboratory facilities. Samples often had to be transported to distant locations for analysis, creating delays and limiting opportunities for immediate, field-based research. Today, that reality is beginning…
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UC Rice Blog: Article

Effects of azoxystrobin when disease pressure is low

June 1, 2026
By Luis A Espino
Azoxsytrobin (Quadris, Tetraban) is the most used fungicide on rice in California. Azoxystrobin has been in use since the late 1990s. This fungicide was registered after rice blast was discovered in California in 1996. More recently, several years of trials showed that when azoxystrobin is used at the late…
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UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County: Article

UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County’s Demonstration Garden Spotlight

June 1, 2026
By Talei Mistron
UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County’s Demonstration Garden Spotlight:  A Peek Behind the Scenes In the Raised Bed Garden Photos and article by Karen Mead, UC Master Gardener of Nevada County From The Curious Gardener, Summer 2026The UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County’s Demonstration Garden has 1.5…
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UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County: Article

Gardening for a Lifetime

June 1, 2026
By Talei Mistron
Article by Michele Rugo, UC Master Gardener ofNevada County From The Curious Gardener, Summer 2026 Gardening can become increasingly difficult as we age. Our bodies grow less limber and more prone to injury. Our minds, too, can find it challenging to recall the routine tasks that once came easily. Yet…
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Rosie's corner: June rose gardening

June 1, 2026
 What to do in the Rose Garden for the month of June? Lots! It will depend on the weather. I am sure by now most everyone has heard that we are statistically in for a strong El Niño this year. It probably won’t start until August or so, but it may affect the “typical” weather we get in Fresno during the…
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Reducing Wildfire Risk Landscaping Workshop

Jun 13, 2026

Protect your home from wildfire risk during drought and extreme heat. Learn how to identify landscape vulnerabilities, maintain healthy soil moisture, and use fire-resistant, water-wise planting practices. This hands-on class includes guided planting, and participants will create a succulent container garden…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Celebration Corner

May 31, 2026
By Pamela S Kan-Rice, Danielle Lee
Thompson selected as one of 11 UCDC Presidential Faculty Fellows  Nutrition Policy Institute director Hannah Thompson was selected as a UCDC Presidential Faculty Fellow through the University of California Washington Program. The fellowship brings together UC faculty to Washington, D…
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Healthy Central Sierra: Article

Nature Rx: Helping everyone feel at home in the outdoors

May 31, 2026
By Kitty Oppliger
 For many people, a walk beneath tall trees, the sound of running water, or a quiet moment on a trail brings a deep sense of peace and wellbeing. Time outdoors can calm a busy mind, help us breathe a little easier, and remind us that we are part of something larger than ourselves.Healing with…
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UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County: Event

Dinuba Concert Series in the Park #3 Hawaiian Night!

Jun 19, 2026

Come join the UC Master Gardeners as we go Hawaiian June 19th 5-8 PM Rose Ann Vuich Park in Dinuba 855 E. El Monte Way Listen to live entertainment by CALIFA'S. The City of Dinuba hosts its free Summer Concert Series on all four Fridays in June. The concerts take place at Rose Ann Vuich Park (855 E. El…
UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County
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