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The Healthy Communities Blog covers news about our work promoting the health and well-being of Californians and people across the country and globe.
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The Green Blog shares news and information related to forestry/wildfire, sustainability, climate, environmental stewardship and other green topics.
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The Savvy Sage: Article

Notes From My Garden - Down the Scented Garden Path

May 26, 2026
By Joy Sakai
 In the early 1900s a subtle way of warning a naive young person to avoid being misled or put in a “compromising position” was “Don’t be led down the garden path!” Oh my! Prim matrons knew that gardens are a sensual experience (and the perfect place for romance). If you enjoy being quiet and observant…
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Behavioral Intervention Team

IntroductionThe ANR Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) is a multidisciplinary rapid response team that evaluates, investigates, and responds to incidents of actual or potential workplace violence that may affect members of the UC ANR community.The primary functions of the BIT are to:InvestigateAssessAdviseIf…
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Event

2026 Central Coast Organic Agriculture Conference

Sep 16, 2026

2026 Central Coast Organic Agriculture ConferencePre-Conference Farm Tours: September 15, 2026Conference: September 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spanish simultaneous interpretation providedOctagon Barn, San Luis Obispo, CA  Pre-Conference Organic Farm ToursSpots are limited! Registration coming soon…
Cooperative Extension Ventura County
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Event

California Agritourism Summit

Sep 23, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026

California Agritourism SummitSeptember 23 - 25, 2026  •  San Luis Obispo County, CA OverviewThe California Agritourism Summit brings together leaders, experts, and practitioners to connect, learn, and engage. Through keynote speakers, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and farm tours,…
Cooperative Extension Ventura County
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Whiteflies: How to Manage a Common Garden Pest

May 26, 2026
By Help Desk Team
If you've been noticing tiny white insects fluttering up from your plants when you brush against the leaves, you're not alone. Whiteflies are one of the most common complaints we hear this time of year. The good news is that they can be managed with some straightforward strategies. Whiteflies can be a real…
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UC Master Gardeners of Tuolumne County: Event

Central Sierra: Open Garden Day | Tuolumne County

Jun 6, 2026

The UCCE Tuolumne County Master Gardeners Open Garden Days are held on the first Saturday of the month, from February through November, rain or shine. The Demonstration Garden is located at 251 S. Barretta Street in Sonora, (Cassina High School Campus.) We have a wonderful time every year sharing…
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UC Master Gardeners of Calaveras County: Event

Demonstration Garden Open Hours | Calaveras County

Jun 4, 2026

The explosion of color and abundance continues to delight in the garden. At the moment, we especially recommend a visit to the Catalpa tree currently in bloom behind Tony's Teahouse near the succulent garden, scenting the area with its heavenly fragrance. Catalpa trees typically flower in late spring…
UC Master Gardeners of Calaveras County
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Nature-Journaling at the UC Davis Bee Haven

May 26, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Picture this...You're journaling as a participant in a class at the UC Davis Bee Haven. The garden is not only tranquil but therapeutic. You're writing and sketching about the bees buzzing, the butterflies fluttering, the flowers blooming, and the birds chirping. That's what took place when…
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Watermelon Rind Pickles

What better way to reduce food waste than to make something edible and delicious from watermelon rind!  These pickles can be added to salads, or featured on a charcuterie board, or eaten plain as a tangy treat on a warm summer day.   Yield: ~ 4 to 5 pint jarsPrep: 6 hours + overnight…
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