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About 4 years ago my dad's banana trees in Modesto were outgrowing their space. He wanted to rebuild the redwood gate that the clump grew next to. The tree had been there when my parents bought the house decades ago.

In many ways our pest and disease management of fruit tree crops are exacerbated by our cultural practices. Avocado and citrus offer some very clear demonstrations of how we manage our trees can lead to reduced pesticide use.

Are you ready to convert your thirsty lawn to a beautiful array of low water plants? Have you had your fill of the crazy quilt approach to planting? Do you wonder why some gardens seem perfect in their space? Would you like to create a garden that makes a personal statement?

If you're a graduate student in entomology and competing with your team in the Entomology Games, a college-bowl type trivia game hosted by the Entomological Society of America, it's not only good to know your insects but you ought to have an interest in sports, crime-fighting insect figures, and car...

Several scientists affiliated with the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources have received grants from the California Bureau of Cannabis Control. The BCC awarded on Nov.

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The other day a few master gardeners were talking about a person who had the opportunity to interview a well-known gardener before she passed away at the age of 109: Ruth Bancroft from Walnut Creek.

The California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) provides CalFresh shoppers a dollar-for-dollar match when purchasing California-grown fruits and vegetables at participating Certified Farmers Markets and small food stores. Over 4.

One of the most beautiful autumnal sights is that of a leafless tree sporting a crop of brilliant orange, lantern-like 'Hachiya' persimmons ready for harvest. Not only is the fruit attractive, but many varieties sport spectacular fall leaf colors as well.

Welcome to our first post of the new San Joaquin County Master Food Preservers newsletter via blog.