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Foothill Livestock Network

Welcome to the Foothill Livestock Network My name is Andrea, I am the Livestock & Natural Resources advisor for Placer, Nevada, Yuba, and Sutter counties. My goal as an advisor is to support livestock producers by providing science-based management information through workshops, field days, webinars…
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RREA

California RREA ProgramLandowners and managers face challenges associated with invasive species, the increased risk of destructive wildfires, and climate change. Extending science-based information is essential for addressing resource management concerns from rangeland and forest health to local economies.UC…
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Golden State Dairy Management

Welcome to the University of California's Golden State Dairy Management Program Check the left navigation bar, or click the links below for: NEW - 2025 Golden State Dairy Management @ the World Ag Expo 2024 Conference Information Previous Conference Presentations & Webinars Golden State Dairy Newsle...
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Urban and Community IPM Capital Corridor

This is the web page of Karey Windbiel-Rojas, Area Urban Integrated Pest Management Advisor for UC Cooperative Extension serving Sacramento, Yolo, and Solano counties. Current projects are listed in the left side column.
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UC Master Food Preserver Coordinators

Dear Program Coordinators, Advisors and County Directors, Welcome to the MFP Coordinator website and the UC Master Food Preserver Program! This is an exciting time for the UC Master Food Preserver Program.
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California Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)

Welcome to UCANR's California Aquatic Invasive Species site! Identify and Report aquatic invaders Learn where they are in California Take action to avoid spreading them to new areas If you believe you may be the first person to see a new aquatic invasive species, OR the first to see a species in a n...
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UC Master Food Preservers of San Joaquin County

Signup Link for our newsletter and announcements. Winter 2025 Holiday 2023 Summer 2019 Fall 2024 Fall 2023 Spring 2019 Summer 2024 Summer 2023 Summer 2018 Winter 2024 Summer 2017 Spring 2017 Food spoilage refers to the deterioration of food, rendering it unsafe or unsuitable for human consumption.
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Privacy and Information Security

In June 2010, President Mark Yudof convened the University of California (UC) Privacy and Information Security Steering Committee and charged it with reviewing existing privacy and information security policies, developing a new policy framework, and providing guidance to safeguard "protected" data.
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Fresno Gardening Green: Article

This week in the garden: Jan. 23 - 29

January 23, 2026
Ornamental and fruit‐bearing trees will begin to bloom in home gardens and along the Blossom Trail in eastern Fresno County.TasksCheck your sprinklers and turn them off when the amount of rain permits.Make sure trees are getting enough water. Avoid overhead irrigation if frost is expected.PruningEvergreens,…
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Franklin's bumble bee specimens at Bohart Museum of Entomology. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Her Cup Runneth Over

January 22, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Her cup runneth over.Only a select group of people win the Franklin's Bumble Bee coffee cup, and UC Davis alumna  Lesley Hamamoto of Sacramento recently received hers for being named the  winner of the 2026 Robbin Thorp Memorial First-Bumble-Bee-of-the-Year Contest, sponsored by the…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Growing Tomatoes in Containers

January 22, 2026
 If you have limited space, growing tomatoes in containers is a great alternative to planting in the ground. Make sure to choose a sunny spot that gets at least 6-8 hours of direct sun and follow these tips for a successful growing season.1. Choose the right tomato variety. Select either…
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University of California 4-H Youth Development Program: Event

2026 State 3D Archery Competition

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Mar 28, 2026

3D Archery Championship - Saturday, March 28, 2026 - 9:00 AMSpringville Archery Club Range - Springville, CA 93265Shooters may enter only one category. The county office must verify enrollment. Completed entry form and check from the county, made payable to: Tulare County 4-H Leader’s Council (TC 4-H LC) is…
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Ditch the Grass! Create a Drought-Tolerant Landscape/Simi Valley

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Aug 1, 2026

Ditch the Grass! Create a Drought-Tolerant Landscape Learn how to safely remove your water-hungry lawn and replace it with a beautiful, drought-tolerant garden. This class covers turf removal techniques, soil preparation, plant selection for your climate, and installation methods that will save water,…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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UCCE Lassen County: Page

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Lassen CountyCooperative Extension 707 Nevada StreetSusanville, CA 96130Phone: (530) 251-2601Staff ListNameTitleEmailPhone NumberDavid LileLassen County CES Director, Agriculture Experiment Station (AES)Farm Advisor - Livestock and Natural Resources | UCCE Lassen Countydflile@ucanr.edu(530) 251…
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Protecting Plants from Extreme Cold

January 22, 2026
Constance Starner, UC Master Gardener When you see leaves shriveling and turning black after a freeze, the plant is obviously damaged, but you may wonder exactly how that damage occurs. With a freeze, it’s the ice that forms in the plant cells when temperatures fall to 32°F or less, making water…
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Government and Community Relations: Page

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Contact Our TeamImage Anne Megaro, Ph.D.Title: DirectorPhone: 530-400-9337Email: ammegaro@ucanr.edu  Image Sheron VioliniTitle: Associate DirectorPhone: 530-341-4661Email: sviolini@ucanr.edu  Image Nestor LopezTitle: Assistant DirectorPhone: 530-723-3024Email: nflopez@ucanr…
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