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Early this week, rain was in the forecast for Bakersfield, the southernmost city in the Great Central Valley, but UC Cooperative Extension farm advisors were unconcerned, reported John Cox in the Bakersfield Californian.

This question actually came up last year at the Vallejo Farmers' Market: Nice couple: We went to Hawaii a couple of weeks ago and bought this plant called an Aloha Lily and brought it home; can you tell us how to care for it? Me: It's a what?

If you've ever wanted to ask a scientist a question, here's your opportunity. Ask away at the Science Caf. This is an informative scientific presentation held the second Wednesday of each month in the G St. Wunderbar, 228 G St., Davis. The scientist delivers a brief talk and then engages the public.

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Richard Mahacek, UC Cooperative Extension 4-H youth development advisor in Merced County from 1976 to 2012, will be inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame on Oct. 19 for his lifetime achievements and contributions to 4-H.

Please see the attached flier with information about 2018 LIVE STOCK & RANGE SYMPOSIUM to be held on November 8 in Santa Maria & November 9 in Santa Paula! Thank you!...

Book of the Month - The Grumpy Gardener Ornamental Plant of the Month - Staghorn fern Edible Plant of the Month - Radishes Recipe of the Month - Korean Lamb Chops with Grilled Scallions Arbuckle Pumpkin Festival, Sunday October 7 Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop, Thursday October 18...

UC ANR programs greatly impact the lives of Californians, in every corner of the state. It is challenging, however, to communicate all the Division's varied efforts to the diverse communities we support.

Controlling weeds can be challenging to landscape professionals or home gardeners since landscapes often include a mix of turfgrass, annual plants, herbaceous perennials, shrubs, and trees.