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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Loose Leaves for this Fall

September 28, 2025
By Hedwig L Van Den Broeck
 Autumn in the garden is full of change—and so are the updates. From must-see events to practical tips and timely reminders before Master Gardener Volunteers will take a short break during the holidays. Here is a quick round-up to keep you informed, inspired, and ready for the season. Upcoming…
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Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

Fall Garden Opportunities: Planting Bulbs for Spring Blooms

September 28, 2025
By Manya Scheps
IntroductionIt’s nearing the end of the warm season in Alameda County, but despite shortening days and cooling temperatures, there’s still an opportunity to get into the garden and plant something new. Planting spring-blooming bulbs in fall is a relatively easy task that will reward you (and pollinators!)…
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Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

Fall Garden Opportunities: Planting Bulbs for Spring Blooms

September 28, 2025
By Manya Scheps
IntroductionIt’s nearing the end of the warm season in Alameda County, but despite shortening days and cooling temperatures, there’s still an opportunity to get into the garden and plant something new. Planting spring-blooming bulbs in fall is a relatively easy task that will reward you (and pollinators!)…
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Biodegradable Plastic Mulch: Is it Right for your Farm?

September 28, 2025
By Manpreet Singh
For decades, growers have relied on conventional polyethylene (PE) plastic mulch for its many benefits as it helps control weeds, conserve soil moisture, warm the soil for earlier harvests, increase crop yield and quality. These advantages have made PE mulch a staple in the production of high-value…
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ANR Employee News: Article

UCCE Monterey County hosts CUCSA delegates

September 28, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
 UC ANR hosted the systemwide Council of UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA) Summer Quarter Meeting at the UC Cooperative Extension Monterey County office in Salinas on Sept. 3–5. This was the first CUCSA meeting held at a UC ANR location.CUCSA includes representatives from all UC campuses, Lawrence…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Seasonal Update on our West County Demo Gardens

September 28, 2025
By Liz Rottger
There are two MGCC Gardens in West County: the Low Water Garden in Richmond, a Master Gardener of Contra Costa County (MGCC) demonstration garden, and the Water Conservation Garden in El Cerrito. We hereby note that a Seasonal Update on our East and Central Demo Gardens has also been published in a separate…
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Placer County 4-H: Page

Team Roles

Leadership Oversight Committee (full description)The Leadership Oversight Committee (LOC) provides leadership and guidance and coordinates the work of the Placer County 4-H Leadership Team. The LOC has the administrative authority and responsibility to approve annual and ad hoc program plans and budgets…
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ANR Employee News: Article

Webinars cover what to know before you buy forestland

September 27, 2025
By Kimberly C Ingram
 The Forest Stewardship Team is collaborating with the UC ANR Fire Network to host a three-part webinar series this fall titled “Before You Buy Forestland.” Goals for this series are to provide prospective landowners with tools and resources that they can use before they buy …
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