Preserving the Market The Orange County Master Food Preservers are now at select Farmers Markets!The Orange County Master Food Preservers are at the Farmers Market to help you preserve your purchases, answer preservation questions(canning, fermentation, dehydration, storage), and guide you to resources…
Background Since 2010, most on-road and many off-road vehicles and equipment have used selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems to inject diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) into exhaust streams with the intended goal of nitrous oxide (NOx) emission reduction. In cases where DEF levels ran low or unexpected…
(Originally published May 2, 2026) The efficacy of using peat as a soil amendment for home gardeners may very well depend on where you live. There is no argument that peat increases soil viability and improves crop yields. Soil scientists estimate that one acre of harvested peat can account for…
(This article originally appeared in the April 11, 2026 edition of the San Diego Union-Tribune)Did you know that San Diego County is officially the “bee capital” of the U.S.? In May 2025, the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation designated San Diego as a Bee City USA, recognizing our city’s…
What makes a neighborhood a community? Is it holiday decorations, strollable sidewalks, or HOA-stipulated paint colors? Laughing children, knowing your neighbors and aesthetic beauty are all components of your surrounding neighborhood. But I think front porches create…
Many residents in Tulare and Kings Counties live in the countryside on the valley floor or in the foothills. These areas are more susceptible to wildfire damage than city residential zones. Because of drought and climate change, fire season is expected to start earlier and last longer throughout all of…
Join citrus IPM adviser Dr. Sandipa Gautam, for an update on Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). Learn about practical ways to limit psyllid infestations in home gardens and landscapes. The webinar will also cover identification, management strategies, and steps you can take to minimize the spread of this pest in…
