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Grown in Marin: Event

Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Food & Sustainability

Oct 9, 2025

Dr. Helen Traill, lecturer in political economy and sustainability at the University of Glasgow, will host three speakers as they present on key topics and answer questions about interdisciplinary perspectives on food and sustainability.  Presentations:  Dr. Rebecca Sandover - Sustainable Food…
Grown in Marin
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UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County: Page

Friendly Inclusive Gardens (FIG)

Friendly Inclusive GardeningUnder the umbrella of the UC Master Gardener Program of San Diego County, FIG (Friendly Inclusive Gardening) will provide ADA-accessible information and knowledge related to community, school, and home gardeners for enthusiasts of all ages and abilities to work independently in…
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Livestock & Range: Article

Central Coast Rangeland Coalition Fall 2025 Workshop

September 24, 2025
By Fadzayi E Mashiri
Thursday, October 16, 8am-4pmRSVP by October 2nd or earlier to confirm your spotSpace is limited, $40Registration Link: https://link.ucanr.edu/ccrc2025fall Carpooling is encouraged as the number of vehicles allowed on the field site may be limited.Brush BustingReclaiming and Maintaining Grasslands…
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UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County: Page

Community Gardens

Community GardensEnhance our neighborhoods by turning empty lots into green areasProvides individuals and families the opportunity to grow fresh, healthy produceEncourages the understanding and awareness of the local environmentOffers the opportunity to build a sense of community within neighborhoodsThe UC…
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Livestock & Range: Article

Compost Field Day - Hollister, CA

September 24, 2025
By Fadzayi E Mashiri
The Coalition of Food Safety & Sustainability, co-sponsored by CCOF and WGA, is hosting a Compost Field Day to explore how compost can be safely and effectively integrated into produce safety and sustainability practices. DetailsDate: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pmLocation:…
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bright yellow korean melons in a market
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Korean Seeds

September 24, 2025
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Tina SaraviaI get excited when I see new fruit and vegetables at the grocery stores. Sometimes, I will buy them to sample; most often, I will find seeds to see if I can grow them. Imagine my excitement when I was in Santa Clara recently, and across the street from our hotel was a Korean…
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Photo of Nemophila menziesii, known as baby blue eyes.
The Savvy Sage: Article

October Garden Tips and Vegetable Planting Guide

September 24, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photos (unless noted) by Peg SmithWalking around the garden the familiar mantra of ‘I tried but it died’ ran through my head and I realized I also have an additional mantra ‘that’s dead but not dead enough yet - I’ll keep trying.’ Often from aesthetic point of view, anything that looks …
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Photo of the Azalea Garden at the University of Washington Botanical Garden.
The Savvy Sage: Article

Take the Garden Route…

September 24, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
  Article and photos by Peg SmithOne delight of travel is to explore regional gardens, large or small. I enjoy seeing other design ideas, plant selections (even if I can’t grow them in Yolo County), and different ecosystems. Recently, a couple of trips to Seattle led to exploring the Bellevue…
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A happy gardener's hands in the soil. John Ober
The Real Dirt: Article

Nutrient Availability

September 23, 2025
To grow, plants must absorb nutrients from the soil. Not only must these nutrients be present in sufficient quantities, they must also be available for uptake by the plant. Nutrient availability is primarily determined by soil texture and pH. Soil texture is the amount of sand, silt, clay and organic…
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