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Aerial view of farm in Julian
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Land Resources for Agricultural Landholders: Connect with local organizations and services

May 13, 2026

Join us for a virtual webinar connecting landholders and technical service providers with organizations supporting farmland access, financing, conservation, succession, and farm business development in Southern California.Topics: Leasing land to farmers or ranchers Farmland conservation programs Farm…
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The ranunculus fields in Carlsbad
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Graze at the Fields

Apr 30, 2026

Hosted by the San Diego County Farm Bureau at the Carlsbad Flower Fields, this annual outdoor event brings together local farmers, chefs, beverage purveyors, and agricultural organizations for a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Guests can savor locally grown and thoughtfully curated bites and beverages while…
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Food Safety for Food Hubs

Navigate to Content on This PageFood Hubs & FSMASample Food Safety PlansSample Flow DiagramsSample Standard Operating ProceduresFood Safety Certification GuideFood Hubs & FSMAThe Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), a federal law enacted in 2011, contains seven sections which apply to different…
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4-H member at display table for Art and Design Day
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

San Diego County 4-H Art and Design Day

Apr 25, 2026

The purpose of Art and Design Day is to encourage hands on learning in project areas of interest for 4-H members. This event will encourage the utilization of composition and the design process for various projects. 4-H members will share with judges what they have created through a variety of creative,…
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Artists work with maggots to create maggot art.

Me and My Maggot

April 16, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 "Step right up! Who wants to do maggot art?"You'll be hearing that a lot from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 18 in the Briggs Hall courtyard during UC Davis Picnic Day.Maggot Art involves two artists--the maggots and individual youths and adults. They dip a maggot into water-based, non-toxic paint…
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4-H Youth Development, and Community Nutrition & Health

4-H Youth DevelopmentIn 4-H, we believe in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. 4-H is America’s largest youth development organization-empowering nearly six million young people across the U.S. with the skills to lead…
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Organic Compliance for Food Hubs

Food hubs or aggregation businesses that handle – including buy, sell, distribute, repack, label – organic products are subject to national organic regulations. Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE), a federal regulation published by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic…
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Johnny Jump-Up flowers and bell flowers
Under the Solano Sun: Article

March Garden Notes

April 16, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Cindy YeeIt sure was an unseasonably warm March in Solano County.   I don't remember it ever being this hot so early in the year.   The garden promptly responded by leafing out and blooming. Wandering round, I noted colorful little miniature pansies self-seeded from last year, and…
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Resources in English

Our goal is to connect growers with helpful tools, resources, and guidance for running their farms—from growing crops and managing resources to selling products and meeting requirements. Access SupportWe offer workshops and one-on-one support. For more information or to schedule a consultation, you…
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A mother holds her young daughter in her arms while selecting apples in the produce section of a grocery store.
Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

NPI comments on the critical importance of USDA’s national food security data

April 16, 2026
The Food Security Supplement to the United States Census Current Population Survey, or Household Food Security Survey Module, is one of the most valuable federal datasets for understanding food insecurity and evaluating nutrition policy in the US. Despite its value, the US Department of Agriculture …
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