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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Garden to Table Series - Tomato Time: Secrets of Growing Perfect Tomatoes/Ave Library

Mar 25, 2026

Garden to Table Series - Tomato Time: Secrets of Growing Perfect TomatoesPhoto Courtesy of PixabayCraving the unbeatable taste of sun-ripened tomatoes fresh from your own garden? Join us to discover why Ventura County's Mediterranean climate makes it the perfect place to grow these beloved fruits! Whether…
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The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

Learning How We Can Help Nature in the Central Valley

November 25, 2025
By Anne E Schellman
In October I attended “Connecting with Nature,” a free event held by the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and sponsored by the UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County. at We viewed an inspirational video by Doug Tallamy, a professor in the Department of Entomology and…
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The Stanislaus Sprout: Article

Poinsettias: More Than a Holiday Tradition

November 25, 2025
By Anne E Schellman
The poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is an iconic symbol of the holiday season; its vibrant, colorful leaves—known as bracts—bring cheer to homes and businesses around the world. While the plant is synonymous with modern winter holidays, its story is a rich tapestry that begins centuries ago in the…
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Grown in Marin: Event

Farmer Wellness Day

Dec 10, 2025

This gathering is designed to connect BIPOC farmers with values-aligned market representatives, fostering relationships that strengthen our local food systems.What to Expect:Meet and exchange knowledge with fellow farmersConnect with values-aligned market representatives about sourcing and sales…
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Grown in Marin: Event

Virtual QPR Training: Suicide Prevention Training for Farmers and Farm Families

Dec 10, 2025

Summary: Over the last decade, farmers and farm families have experienced increasing pressures resulting in high levels of stress, mental health issues, and deaths by suicide.QPR training teaches laypeople and professionals to recognize and respond to mental health crises using the approach of Question,…
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Composting 101:Turn Green Waste into Gold/Ave Library

Feb 11, 2026

Composting 101:Turn Green Waste into GoldJoin Certified Ventura County Master Gardener, Terry Garman, to learn the basics of making compost. Compost is nature’s best soil amendment. Learn how to recycle your waste and at the same time help your garden grow.  We will discuss all the tools and…
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Garden to Table Series - Mid-Winter Vegetable Gardening/Ave Library

Jan 14, 2026

Garden to Table Series - Mid-Winter Vegetable Gardening  Whether you're starting fresh or maintaining existing plantings, this class will help you succeed with winter vegetable gardening. Learn what to plant now (January-February), how to care for mid-season crops, and strategies for succession…
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ANR Employee News: Article

In memoriam: Marion Stanley

November 25, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Marion Edward Stanley, emeritus UC Cooperative Extension animal specialist, died Oct. 19, 2025, in King City.
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Study highlights barriers to accessing poverty alleviation benefits through the Earned Income Tax Credit

November 25, 2025
By Danielle Lee, Wendi Gosliner
The Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC, is the largest U.S. poverty alleviation program for families with children—providing over $60 billion annually in tax refunds to over 25 million families. This tax refund can improve low-income families' health by increasing resources for food and housing, however, over…
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