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UC ANR Foundation Board members convened March 16–17 in Davis and Fair Oaks for their second annual in-person board meeting, blending field-based learning with strategic conversations about philanthropy and partnership in support of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources.

 Article by Peg Smith -  April is a transition month between cool-season and warm-season crops. As soon as the soil is warm enough, transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, etc. Transplants will have enough time to produce healthy vegetative and root growth before the summer heat and fruit…

 Article by Peg Smith - As gardeners, beginners or experienced, we have a strong spring urge to see what we can add to our collection of plants. Nurseries and plant sales are well stocked; seed racks are replenished; catalogues entice us. The million-dollar question is, will it thrive in our…

Article by Pam MuickBlack oak, our tall, dark and handsome deciduous native oak, grows naturally in Solano and Yolo counties. Few original stands of black oak remain due to its tough strong wood that was wood was useful for construction and small tools. Acorns of black oaks are prized by many species,…

Few vegetables reward a home gardener quite like a sun-warmed tomato picked straight from the vine. A raised bed takes that satisfaction further: it gives you control over your soil, improves drainage, and if you plan carefully from the start, supports the crop rotation that is essential for long-term tomato…

Blog by Patti Brantley By March, the garden starts sending little signals that the season is changing. The days are getting longer, buds are beginning to swell, and weeds seem to appear almost overnight. Even if the weather is still a little unpredictable, most gardeners start feeling the pull to get…