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Soils and Nutrients

UCCE has hired a new Soil Quality and Nutrient Management Advisor to serve Fresno, Madera, Kings and Tulare counties. Joy Hollingsworth has a unique position which is co-funded by the USDA-NRCS.
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South American Palm Weevil

The South American palm weevil (SAPW), known to scientists as Rhynchophorus palmarum, is an invasive beetle that has been detected infesting palm trees in San Diego County.
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Communications Toolkit

The Communications Toolkit provides UC ANR staff with resources and guidance for branding, public relations, social media, web content, Spanish-language outreach, and more. The Strategic Communications team is here to help you tell your story and extend your reach.How We Can HelpThere are several ways to…
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Agricultural Application Engineering Laboratory

The mission of the Agricultural Application Engineering (AgAppE) Laboratory is to provide regional leadership in the area of agricultural engineering extension and applied research with a focus on spray application engineering.
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UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra

UCCE Master Food Preserver volunteers are agents of the University of California and work through the UC Cooperative Extension to educate the community on the safe practices of food preservation, including pickling, sausages, preserves and much more.
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UC Master Gardeners of Central Sierra

Master Gardeners are community members who have been trained under the direction of the University of California Cooperative Extension. Master Gardeners help the UC Cooperative Extension office provide practical scientific gardening information to the home gardeners of our counties.
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Community Nutrition and Health

Community Nutrition and Health at UCANR is a statewide network of researchers and educators promoting holistic health and equitable communities for all Californians.
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Beef cattle herd health & production

Home Welcome to Beef Cattle Herd Health & Production at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine! UC Davis Beef Cattle Herd Health and Production is part of the Veterinary Medicine Extension Service, providing outreach and research to California's diverse livestock industries.
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UCCE Central Sierra Agriculture

The Central Sierra foothill region consists of mainly small family farms that produce a wide variety of agricultural commodities, including over 50 wine varieties, stone fruit, pome fruit, berries, vegetables, and Christmas trees. At UCCE we hope to improve our local communities by extending research based…
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California Naturalist Courses with American River College

Aug 22, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026

Take any of the following courses in the Environmental Conservation Program at American River College Department of Natural Resources to obtain California Naturalist Certification. Environmental Conservation is an interdisciplinary program that advances the understanding of ecological systems and their…
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Interested in Becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer? Info Session #4

Jun 6, 2026

Information Session #4 (final)Interested in becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer for the Class of 2027? We invite you to attend one of our four upcoming Zoom information sessions to learn more about the program, the training process, volunteer opportunities, and the rewarding experience of helping our…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

Interested in Becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer? Info Session #3

Jun 3, 2026

Information Session #3Interested in becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer for the Class of 2027? We invite you to attend one of our four upcoming Zoom information sessions to learn more about the program, the training process, volunteer opportunities, and the rewarding experience of helping our community…
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

Interested in Becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer? Info Session #2

Jun 1, 2026

Information Session #2Interested in becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer for the Class of 2027? We invite you to attend one of our four upcoming Zoom information sessions to learn more about the program, the training process, volunteer opportunities, and the rewarding experience of helping our community…
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
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UC ANR Partners with VUSD 6th Grade Teachers to Connect Local Agriculture with World History

May 28, 2026
By Elizabeth J Fichtner
UC ANR Farm Advisor, Elizabeth Fichtner partnered with Julie Cates and Isabel Beltran, two 6th grade teachers at Linwood Elementary in Visalia to merge education on ancient Greece with concepts of ethnobotany and modern agricultural production in Tulare County. Students were introduced to the concept of the…
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Interested in Becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer? Info Session #1

May 28, 2026

Information Session #1Interested in becoming a UC Master Gardener Volunteer for the Class of 2027? We invite you to attend one of our four upcoming Zoom information sessions to learn more about the program, the training process, volunteer opportunities, and the rewarding experience of helping our community…
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Agricultural Access Verification Card Program (Ag Pass)

May 28, 2026
By Tori R Norville
Agricultural Access Verification Card process summaryEach person must carry their own photo Agricultural Access Verification Card to access an evacuation zone.Here are three steps for your individual photo Agricultural Access Verification Card:Training:Sign up for a Wildfire Safety…
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Plant Clinic at the San Mateo Arboretum

Jul 12, 2026

Come anytime between 12:00 to 3:00 pm for this walk-in plant clinic. UC Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems. Bring samples of your problem plants in clear plastics bags for better diagnosis. If you suspect insect damage,…
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