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Growing Tomatoes

Growing tomatoes can be a tricky endeavor in the Sierra Nevada foothills. We have a mediterranean climate with long, hot days without rainfall in the summer. But we also have varying elevation and microclimates which can affect frost, wind, and other factors affecting tomatoes.
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Master Food Preserver Program

The UC Master Food Preserver Program of Mariposa County trains volunteers and provides public education on food safety, canning, freezing, and pickling. Visit this page to register for our latest hands-on workshops, access preservation resources, and find out where we are connecting with the community this…
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Club and Countywide Projects

When enrolling a youth or adult member, you will be required to select at least one club and one project. Some projects are Countywide, meaning that anyone can sign up. Club level projects are only available to those whose primary club is the host unit.
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Be a Master Food Preserver

 Download Flyer (PDF)The UC Master Food Preserver Program of Mariposa County is now planning for our next volunteer training class, beginning in January 2027. We invite Mariposa residents to apply to join our team of community educators!What are Master Food Preservers?Master Food Preservers are…
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Pressure Gauge Testing

Get your pressure canner gauge tested for free! Annual testing ensures your dial gauge is accurate and your food is safe. The UCCE Mariposa Master Food Preserver Program offers drop-off testing services and advice on converting Presto canners to weighted gauges.
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MFP Workshops

Join the UCCE Mariposa Master Food Preserver Program for hands-on learning. Browse our upcoming and past workshops, plus a full collection of home food preservation resources on canning, fermenting, and food safety.
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Resources

Access our complete library of free, research-based guides on home food preservation. This collection covers high and low acid canning, fermentation, pickling, dehydration, and freezing. It also includes critical safety resources for handling food during power outages and emergencies.
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Club Leader Resources

Full Club Leader Role Description ZSuite/enrollment: ZSuite System Navigation for Unit Leaders Training Unit Leaders Running & Customizing Unit Reports 12.19.23 Unit Leaders Confirming Enrollments 2.1.
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Regenerative Agriculture

Regenerative agriculture is an approach to managing our food, fiber and fuel production systems with an intention to improve upon our environments by rehabilitating ecological systems.
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Fire Education Program

Fire is a natural process that has shaped the landscapes and people of California for millennia. Prior to the arrival of European settlers, fires were frequently set by lightning and Native Americans, triggering natural cycles of rebirth and regeneration.
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