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The "Advances in Southwest Desert Agriculture Research, Organic Production and Food Safety" workshop is scheduled for Dec. 4 in Holtville. This event will showcase cutting-edge research and practical organic farming strategies tailored to California's unique desert environment.

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To explain seasonal changes, the ancient Greeks told the story of Persephone, goddess of the Spring, who was abducted by Hades and taken to the underworld. Her mother Demeter, goddess of Agriculture, was filled with grief and neglected the earth, creating a famine.

As we prepare to close the chapter on another year in our gardens, December offers us time to reflect, protect, and celebrate. This month bridges the gap between this year's achievements and next year's possibilities.

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I can't believe that the New Year is less than a month away! Hope all is well with you and yours and that the New Year brings love and joy and lots of roses! So, what do we do in the rose garden in December? This month is a month of rest.

by Tom Hixson, UC Master Gardener of Napa County Most Napa Valley residents recognize the plant known as tree of heaven when they see it sprouting wild in fields, taking over their gardens or defiantly establishing itself in sidewalk cracks.

They don't communicate like we do, but if praying mantises could talk, do you think they would forego the formal greeting of "Nice to meet you" and say "Nice to eat you?

On December 3, your donation will be matched, enabling us to continue providing gardening education, resources, and support to garden enthusiasts across California and doubling your support. Visit give.ucanr.edu and help us sow the seeds of knowledge.

As cooler temperatures begin to settle in, some gardeners believe their gardening season is over. But the conclusion of scorching summer heat often reaching 115F in Fresno County does not signal the end of your gardening activities. In fact, it is an ideal time for planting cool-season vegetables.