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A recent article in the LA Times argued that California native plants should not be the only option for drought-tolerant landscaping.

The UC ANR Fire Network recently developed three factsheets that might be of interest to the ranching community.

The old saying, knowledge is power, rings true for increasing personal resilience in the face of changing climate conditions. These books written by UC Davis authors inspire action to some of the most pressing environmental issues.

During the holiday season, it is a tradition to give and receive gifts, share homemade treats, and decorate our homes to celebrate this special time of year. According to the EPA, waste disposal typically increases by 25% around the holidays.

If you not yet watched the movie, The Big Year, with Steve Martin, Jack Black, and Owen Wilson, make some popcorn, snuggle up, and take some notes to prepare for Audubon's Annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a free, fun, and easy event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds...

Climate change can feel a bit overwhelming, making it hard to know what one person can do. You do not need to be a scientist or an activist to make a difference. The truth is that every little positive action taken can have big impacts.

As the impacts of climate change increasingly affect our way of life, numerous cities are addressing a key issue with a simple yet effective solution: the expansion of urban tree coverage.

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UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County Invite you to join us for a free, online Garden Talk on: Straw Bale Gardening Monday, February 5, 2024, at 7 PM. Attendees will learn all one needs to know about straw bale gardening. This will include selecting, preparing, and conditioning straw bales.