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Agricultural Resources

Small Farms The Small Farms Network is dedicated to providing support to small and medium scale farms throughout California. These are farms that are typically under-served by other federal and state programs and so they may welcome support with questions about production, pest management, grant and…
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Farm Advisors Jennifer HeguyDairy Farm Advisor and County DirectorStanislaus, San Joaquin, and Merced CountiesUniversity of California Cooperative Extension3800 Cornucopia Way, Suite AModesto, CA 95358(209) 525-6800jmheguy@ucanr.edu   Theresa BecchettiLivestock and Natural Resources…
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Search for Excellence

The Search for Excellence is a triennial statewide competition that recognizes outstanding projects by UC Master Gardener volunteers. It highlights programs that make a meaningful difference in their communities through research-based gardening education, outreach, and service.The 2026 winners exemplify this…
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2026 UC Master Gardener Conference

 Save-the-Date The triennial conference is going virtual, bringing UC Master Gardener volunteers together from across California to learn, connect, and share the latest research‑based horticulture practices, no travel required.When: September 18–20, 2026Where: VirtualWho: UC Master Gardener…
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ANR Contracts & Grants Updates: Article

Olive Oil Commission and Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research RFPs

October 28, 2025
By Kendra T Rose
Olive Oil Commission of California 2026–2027 Research Solicitation The Olive Oil Commission of California (OOCC) invites research proposals that control of the following existing or potential threats to the industry:Research How to Grab Carbon MoneyUnderstanding Sap AnalysisNew Canopy Management…
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Shasta County: Article

2025 November Tips 'N Topics

October 28, 2025
By Mari Szynal
In this Issue:  Veterans Day  Coming Next Month: What happens at Countywide Events?  Registration Deadline  Calendar  Inter-Mountain Livestock Judging Event - be sure to Register YQCA In-Person Training  Valley Livestock Judging Results  Countywide Projects …
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still life of a blushing red apple and a green pear
UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Article

Central Sierra: Extending Apple & Pear Season in El Dorado County

October 28, 2025
By Robin E Martin
 Don't say goodbye to apples and pears yet Apples and pears have a long and distinguished history in El Dorado County agriculture. Locals and tourists alike appreciate our fine mountain autumn fruit. Right now, it's late in apple and pear season here in Camino, and most of the fruits will be gone…
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Black Fig Fly Infested Fruit
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Black Fig Fly

October 28, 2025
By Houston Wilson
 PEST ALERT – Black Fig Fly (Diptera: Lonchaeidae: Silba adipata)Updated: October 2025Invasive Fig Pest Initially Discovered in Southern California Has Now Spread to the Central Coast, Bay Area and Central Valley Regions Black Fig Fly Infested FruitOverview: Fig growers need to be aware of the…
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