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This talk will be an in-depth practical walk-through of how to apply to become USDA organic certified operation and how to maintain that certification throughout the years. We will discuss Organic System Plan documents, some tips for success, and call out key regulations to maximize success.

COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV are all viruses spread by droplets and direct contact with infected people. Each virus has its specific causes, symptoms, severity, and vaccines for prevention.

Environmental horticulturist, Janet Hartin, will discuss via Zoom, how urban trees cool urban heat islands, promote pollination and biodiversity, purify air and water, beautify neighborhoods, conserve water, and reduce energy usage and costs.

Join George Spiliotis, UCCE Master Gardener, at Sycamore Creek Interpretive Center (SCIC) in Temescal Valley for a practical introduction to using our unique and diverse native plants in our landscapes.

Join Jenny Iyer, Resource Educator with RCRCD, and learn the easy techniques for identifying common CA native species. You will get hands-on (and nose-on) experience! Bring a magnifying glass, smart phone, and CA native plant identification books with you if you have them.

Learn how to build a simple aquaponic system with easy-to-find parts from Master Gardeners Steve Orr and Kathy Swanson. This workshop is free and open to the public so invite your friends and neighbors! Master Gardeners will earn Continuing Education credits for attending this workshop.

Join Dr. Amanda Hodson, Professor of Soil Ecology and Pest Management at UC Davis & Dr. Kelton Welch, Research Scientist & Taxonomist at the Ecdysis Foundation in this webinar.

Saturday April 20, 2024, Fresno County Master Gardener Spring Garden Tour. Calling all gardeners and would-be gardeners! The Master Gardeners of Fresno County invite you to tour 5 beautiful and unique private gardens and our own demonstration garden, the Garden of the Sun.

The Annual Plant Sale will be held on March 22 & 23, 2024 on the northeast corner of Maroa and Pico in Fresno, 7 am to 5 pm. We will have a wide variety of plants including perennials and vegetables (cash or check only). most gallons $8- pints $4.

Can! Freeze! Dry! Salsa! Sauce! Relish! Pickle! Jam! There is no limit to the preserving possibilities of these beautiful, delicious, nutritious fruit from your garden for use throughout the year.