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The University of California Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Program a statewide program of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources announced the recipients of its 2021 Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Small Grants Program today (April 13, 2021).

Late last month, we held a Prescribed Fire on Working Landscapes workshop near Colfax, culminating in a small broadcast burn on the Edwards Family Tree Farm.

Trapdoor spiders have long shared space with us, but few people are aware of their presence, behavior or biology, much less their taxonomy that can yield surprising results.

I was out last night above the river to take some pictures, and I noticed that as the sun went behind the mountains I was joined by some unwelcome visitors: mosquitoes. I suspect they were males as I didn't end up with any bites, and they were mostly hovering above me.

Here are some photos from the beginning of this project. Looking back at these images is a great way to gauge our progress.

Well, after turning in my last blog, Jennifer (UCCE Master Gardener Program Coordinator) asked, "What scientific research did you find to support corks helping keep moisture in the soil?" There really wasn't any when I did my blog. I think that I got carried away by all the pictures.

In April, we celebrate National Volunteer Month, honoring all of the contributions that volunteers make in our communities.