Ongoing research

Well, after turning in my last blog, Jennifer (UCCE Master Gardener Program Coordinator) asked, "What scientific research did you find to support corks helping keep moisture in the soil?" There really wasn't any when I did my blog. I think that I got carried away by all the pictures.

In April, we celebrate National Volunteer Month, honoring all of the contributions that volunteers make in our communities.

In this Issue...

CropManage Hands-On Webinar Co-sponsored by: Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency and Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County When: Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Where: Virtual Meeting via Zoom (link and instructions will be emailed to registrants) Hosts: Michael Cahn, Advisor,...

CropManage Hands-On Webinar Co-sponsored by: Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency and Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County When: Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Where: Virtual Meeting via Zoom (link and instructions will be emailed to registrants) Hosts: Michael Cahn, Advisor,...

Want to learn how to grow delicious tomatoes? Take our free online class from the UCCE Stanislaus County Master Gardeners next Tuesday, April 20 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.

With the recent rain and warmer weather, my thoughts turn to taking hikes in the wildflower-covered hills. Keeping my Solano County favorites in mind, I took a look at what websites might give more information and was pleased to find lots of excellent pictures and information.

Congratulations to our Ventura County 4-H'ers who participated in Virtual County Presentation Day! Those who won GOLD or BLUE can move on to the Regional Presentation Event which runs now until April 24.

UPDATE: LIVESTOCK RESEARCH BRIEF AGENDA - 2021 DATE PALM WEBINAR SERIES IMPATIENS NECROTIC SPOT VIRUS (INVS) OF LETTUCE UPDATE AGRONOMIC CROPS & IRRIGATION WATER MGMT FIELD DAY - POSTPONED GOT BACTERIAL DISEASES OF ONION?

Dear Colleagues, USDA NIFA is soliciting application for the FY21 Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program. The purpose of the Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program is to increase the knowledge of agricultural science and improve the nutritional health of children.