The Confluence is the blog of the California Institute for Water Resources (CIWR) within University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. We cover timely topics of water management in California, highlighting innovative research and voices. CIWR's mission is to integrate California's research…
FundraisingSo you want to raise money for a 4-H Club? This is the right place to start that process!First, keep in mind that we're not in the primary business of raising money: we interested in youth development. There should be a legitimate reason 4-H needs money, and there is no compelling reason to have…
Who We AreThe Inclusive Community Advisory Council (ICAC) serves as a bridge between employees and leadership to ensure every voice within UC ANR is heard, valued, and reflected in how the organization evolves. Through focus groups, surveys, and direct engagement, we gather input that helps inform…
Legal Audits for Farm Families and Agricultural Success Join the Purdue Extension Succession Planning Team for a FREE, live, virtual program series built to support farm families as they prepare for legal aspects of transition planning and create a smoother, more successful transition for the next generation…
Summer is the travel season for many, and as gardeners, we often see plants as we travel that we would like to add to our garden or indoor plant collection. Although it would be tempting to pinch off a piece or leaf to propagate when returning home, it is an urge we should resist. Much of the spread of…
Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) FY 2026USDA NRCS has released two FY 2026 funding opportunities under the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program: On-Farm Trials and CIG Classic. The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and…
Come and get your gardening questions answered while you shop for local produce! The Concord Farmers Market will have UC Master Gardeners available to the public from 10 am to 2 pm every first Tuesday through October. Corner of Grant and Willow Pass Rd. Advice to Grow By...Ask Us!https://www…
Come and get your gardening questions answered while you shop for local produce! The Concord Farmers Market will have UC Master Gardeners available to the public from 10 am to 2 pm every first Tuesday through October. Corner of Grant and Willow Pass Rd. Advice to Grow By...Ask Us!https://www.pcfma.org…
Please find the attached document to provide the previous week’s estimated water use report in terms of evapotranspiration for almonds, peaches, walnuts, established vineyard, alfalfa, and pasture in Stanislaus County. This report may be used as a guide in your irrigation schedule for the…
