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UC Master Gardener Coordinators: Article

Rooted in Marketing - April 2026

April 17, 2026
By Barbra Braaten
There's a lot happening this month, from new accessibility requirements to UC ANR Giving Day just around the corner. In this issue of Rooted in Marketing, we're highlighting timely updates and practical reminders to help you plan ahead, stay compliant and make the most of our giving day!Here's everything you…
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Two individuals in protective equipment spray plants with pesticide; hoophouse setting
UC Small Farms Network: Event

(En Espanol) Prepare for the Private Applicator Certificate (PAC) licensing exam

May 13, 2026

[Detalles del evento] Location: Online Cost: FreeThe 2026 UC ANR Pesticide Safety Training from the Small Farms Network is intended to support small-scale and diversified family farms, as well as beginning, immigrant, and refugee farmers, in applying and handling pesticides safely and effectively. This 2…
UC Small Farms Network
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Stanislaus County: Article

Evapotranspiration Report - 04/17/2026

April 17, 2026
Please find the attached document to provide the previous week’s estimated water use report in terms of evapotranspiration for almonds, peaches, walnuts, established vineyard, alfalfa, and pasture in Stanislaus County. This report may be used as a guide in your irrigation schedule for the…
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Garden at the Carlsbad Flower Fields
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Flower Fields Demo Garden: Last Day - May 10, 2026

May 10, 2026

Gates are open for the final day of the UC Master Gardener Demo Garden at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. With 15+ attractions, the venue welcomes families this Mother’s Day to enjoy vibrant displays and learn sustainable gardening practices. Each year, thousands explore themed garden beds filled with…
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County
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Master Gardener Stephen Cantu at Workshop
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Grow Your Garden Workshop: Friendly Inclusive Gardening & Mental Health Benefits of Gardening

May 9, 2026

Stephen Cantu, UC Master Gardener of San Diego County, presents Friendly Inclusive Gardening (FIG). In this presentation, Stephen discusses ways to make gardening more accessible to people with physical challenges, seniors with mobility issues, or anyone just looking to learn techniques to make their garden…
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County
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Native Flower Garden
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Paradise Hills Native Garden Grand Opening

Apr 18, 2026

UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be on hand at this event to answer the public's gardening questions and are proud to give tours of the Demonstration Garden. This fun event will include booths, crafts, face painting, tours and photo opportunities with s many butterflies and so many native plants…
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County
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A young boy holds a red tray with a plate of fresh, school food while standing in line at the school cafeteria.
Nutrition Policy Institute: Article

School Meals for All in California: Financial Benefits for Families

April 17, 2026
By Dania Orta-Aleman, Caitlin D French, Monica D Zuercher, Christina E Hecht, Hannah R Thompson, Wendi Gosliner
Research Brief • April 2026 • Download PDF (180KB)Background California’s School Meals for All (SMFA) program launched in the 2022–23 school year, following federal pandemic relief efforts that provided universal school meals across the US from 2020–22.1 Traditionally, school meal eligibility has been…
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Garden irrigation setup in a raised garden bed
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Healthy Garden-Healthy Homes Garden Irrigation Workshop

May 15, 2026

Join us for a FREE Community Workshop on Irrigation and Runoff Management.⠀ ⠀ Learn how to evaluate your irrigation system, prevent runoff and erosion, save money, and keep your landscape healthy.   
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County
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