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…
The Central Sierra forestry program seeks to provide the latest research-based information from the University of California to residents, non-profits, and staff of local, state, and federal agencies. Susie Kocher is the Forestry Advisor for the Central Sierra area.
Living with Fire is a challenge in the Sierra Nevada. We live in a fire adapted ecosystem where wildfires used to burn naturally every 8 to 35 years depending on elevation.
Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) addresses the risk that the agriculture industry faces due to changing climate conditions. It encompasses management practices that increase soil carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve on-farm efficiencies, and promote sustainable land practices.
Since 2016, UCCE San Diego has collaborated with eight other universities and institutions nationwide to study the effect that pesticide residue from ornamental horticulture production has on pollinators.
California's sheep and goat industries provide an abundance of commodities and services that supply our communities with food, fiber, business opportunities, companionship, and healthy landscapes.
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.
Welcome and thank you for visiting our project website focused on the dissemination and training for citrus spray application expert system adoption in California. This website was created to provide project information, expert system installation and tutorials, and project updates.
Luis Nursery in Visalia CA, in partnership with UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County, hosts plant clinics and educational events. These clinics offer expert advice on local gardening, plant selection, and pest management. Have questions on the plants you select stop by the UC Master Gardener table…
Hofmans' Nursery in Hanford CA, in partnership with UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County, hosts plant clinics and educational events. These clinics offer expert advice on local gardening, plant selection, and pest management. Have questions on the plants you select stop by the UC Master Gardener…
Oh, the quotes about grasshoppers! "War among grasshoppers delights the crow.""Two ants do not fail to pull one grasshopper.""The restless grasshopper only finds rest in the gizzard of a bird.""A grasshopper that sleeps about will soon be awake in a lizard's mouth."Crows, ants, birds, lizards, who…
Do you have gardening questions? Visit the UC Master Gardeners of Tulare/Kings County Information Table at the Visalia Farmers Market for free pamphlets, handouts, and expert plant and pest advice. We encourage you to bring your questions, photos, or garden samples—whether you're a beginner or an…
Join us for a day of fun and learning more about our community and local history. Visit the Kids frinedly interactive booth of the UC Master Gardeners of Tulare/Kings Counties. Bring your gardening questions or pick up some free gardening information handouts.
Científicos de UC buscan la opinión de los consumidores sobre nuevo insecticida natural contra el psílido asiático de los cítricos ¿Si le dijeran que en el cultivo de esa naranja que está a punto de comerse se utilizó un método de bioingeniería para protegerla de la enfermedad conocida como…
Each year, the UC Master Gardener Program celebrates the extraordinary service of its volunteers. Every third year, that celebration shines a special spotlight on innovation, creativity and measurable impact through its Search for Excellence awards.“UC Master Gardeners show up for their communities in so…
Gardening for Year Round Meals, a monthly Master Gardener class. Please join Ann Liu, UC Master Gardener of Yolo county on a walking tour of Grace Garden and historically trace how the garden has grown and how it applies UC Cooperative Extension research to better grow fresh veggies/fruit to feed…
Blog by Sharon Leos We added a puppy to our family last summer and now that she’s matured a bit, I actually have a tiny bit of time to do a few things that are not dog-centered, like write a Master Gardener blog… about puppies in the garden!It’s been nearly ten years since we have had a puppy in our…
Si ha visto ratas en su casa o en su vecindario, no está solo. Y aunque el problema puede parecer simple, especialistas advierten que va mucho más allá de una plaga: puede afectar la salud y la calidad de vida, e incluso reflejar desigualdades en las comunidades.Durante una reciente conferencia sobre plagas…
