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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Lorrene Ritchie, director of the Nutrition Policy Institute, retires in July - honor her legacy by donating to the NPI Student Internship

May 15, 2025
By Danielle Lee
Lorrene Ritchie, founding director of the Nutrition Policy Institute at the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, will be retiring from her role as director on July 1, 2025. Ritchie, a first-generation college student, has made a lasting impact on the field of public health nutrition…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County: Event

Bird & Butterfly Festival

Event Date
Jun 1, 2025

Stop by the UC Master Gardeners of Alameda County booth to learn about pollinator-friendly gardening and get your questions answered. at the 25th Annual Bird and Butterfly Festival on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Coyote Hills Regional Park. Enjoy a full day of fun with nature crafts,…
UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County
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UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County: Event

Talk: Pollinators

Event Date
Jun 8, 2025

Learn how to attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to your garden oasis. Discover plant selection, layout design, and nurturing practices that encourage these beneficial creatures to flourish in your garden sanctuary. This event is free.
UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County
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Large cicada basking in the sun, Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Tony Wills, Wikipedia)
Bug Squad: Article

UC Davis Postdoc to Share Research on 'Singing Cicadas'

May 14, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Ever heard a singing cicada? Want to know more about them?UC Davis postdoctoral scholar Mark Stukel will present a seminar on his research involving "the singing cicadas" at the next UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology seminar.Stukel will speak on "From New Zealand Hybridization to…
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San Joaquin 4-H News: Article

4-H College Scholarships

May 14, 2025
By Angela Tipsey
The 2024-2025 4-H college scholarship application is now available!Please review the eligibility information in the attached document before applying.Here is the link to the application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchq-1OJwieHDEMVjuacgMOX-DWFVYI0qnKfMhYZNTNHxFa2g/viewform?usp=dialog. …
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Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties: Event

No-Till Rice Field Day

Event Date
Jun 10, 2025

🌾 Join Us for the No-Till Rice Field Day! 🌾You're invited to an informative morning exploring no-till, drill-seeded rice planting and management techniques. Learn from UC experts on agronomy, pest, weed, and water-use strategies—plus hear insights from a local grower case study.📅 Date: June 10, 2025🕘 Time: 9…
Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Secrets to Successful Succulent Landscaping

Event Date
Jun 14, 2025

Description: Learn the secrets to a successful, healthy and colorful succulent landscape from Janice Moody, a local Master Gardener, nursery owner and garden designer.  She will discuss pre-planting considerations before you go out and buy a truckload of plants and then ponder where to put them. …
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Converting Table to a List

May 14, 2025
By Stephen Dampier
Apple Garden Farm & Cidery  Tomales  Classic, naturally fermented apple cider from a mix of organic, heirloom apples.Pacheco Ranch Winery  Novato  Dry-farmed Cabernet SauvignonDevils Gulch Ranch  Nicasio  Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and…
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Event

California Agriculture in the Classroom Conference

Event Date
Sep 26, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025

The conference is designed for PreK-12 grade educators, administrators, and volunteers to come together to learn and share how to incorporate food and fiber into all curricular areas.RegistrationEarly Bird (May 2 - August 11): $345Regular (August 12 - September 10): $385Last Day to register is September…
Cooperative Extension Ventura County
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