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UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County: Event

Workshop: A Primer on Growing Citrus & Avocado

Jun 20, 2026

UC Master Gardeners will present on growing citrus and avocado trees for home gardens. The workshop will cover the unique features of different varieties of avocados. Care of these crops and common pest and disease problems seen by growers will also be discussed.
UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County
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Livestock Feeds and Feeding 101
UCCE Siskiyou: Event

Feeds and Feeding 101

Feb 25, 2026

4-H, FFA, & Independent Featuring Dr. Celina Phillips, Professor of Animal Science, Chico College of Ag. Understanding the fundamentals of livestock feeds and nutrition.Learn how to customize your feeding program to maximize market animal performance. 
UCCE Siskiyou
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UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County: Event

Workshop: Roses — Pruning, Pests, and Diseases

Apr 18, 2026

A little rose care this spring can lead to healthier roses and more blooms. Learn about when to prune roses (hint: some should be pruned in late spring), and how to prevent or treat common diseases and pests, including mildew, rust, black spot, aphids, and spider mites. 
UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County
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UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County: Event

Workshop: Building Healthy Soils for Home Gardens and Landscapes

Mar 21, 2026

UC Master Gardeners will discuss the details of soil testing, including when and how to test, as well as the roles of fertilizers, amendments, and mulch in soil improvement.
UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County
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YouTube Best Practices

YouTube is a platform for long-form video content with a broad audience, including staff, researchers, farmers, and community members. UC ANR uses YouTube to share content in playlists, featuring research highlights, educational series, workshops, and community programs.Account Set-upCreate a Google…
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TikTok Best Practices

TikTok is a platform for short, engaging, and fun videos. UC ANR TikTok shares relatable moments relating to agriculture, gardening, nutrition, and more.  Know Your AudienceCreate content that resonates with the current community. Focus on relatable events, and behind-the-scenes glimpses.Keep It Short…
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X Best Practices

Share news, research, and events. Keep it short—280 characters max. UC ANR does not use Twitter Blue, so longer tweets aren’t an option.Optimize Your Page ProfileStart with a clear, high-quality logo for your profile photo. Write a concise and engaging bio, include relevant keywords, and add a link to your…
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LinkedIn Best Practices

LinkedIn provides a professional space to connect with UC ANR staff and partners. We use the platform to share stories that showcase UC ANR achievements, highlight the impact of our staff, and feature our research and initiatives.If your department or group wants its own presence on LinkedIn, a Showcase Page…
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Instagram Best Practices

 Want to make the most of your organization’s Instagram presence? Follow these tips to build credibility, grow your audience, and strengthen engagement:To sign up:Go to business.facebook.com/create and select “Create Account.”Enter your name and confirm your identity using your Facebook login…
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Facebook Best Practices

Sign up for Meta Business ManagerMeta Business Manager lets you create and manage multiple assets, such as Facebook Pages, Instagram accounts, audience lists, and product catalogs, all in one place. It also allows you to control user access and permissions for everyone working on your accounts, pages, and…
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