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Nematodes infecting bean roots. (Image by Pallavi Shakya)
Bug Squad: Article

Important Nemadode Research Published

November 19, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Plant-parasitic nematodes rarely draw national headlines, but this newly published research should.First, what's a plant-parasitic nematode?As UC Davis nematologist Shahid Siddique, an associate professor with the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology explains: "Plant-parasitic nematodes are…
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UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

Last Wednesday Meeting - Plant Nutrition for Nurseries and Floriculture

Nov 26, 2025

We will talk about essential elements, balance of nutrients, mobile and immobile nutrients, common deficiency symptoms, sampling methods for electrical conductivity, pH and their role in affecting plant nutrition. We will end with a demonstration of the Pour-Through method.
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County
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UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County: Page

Houseplants

Happy Houseplants, Happy Home by Lisa Stewart - Click here  
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Agritourism Field Tour San Diego
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County : Event

San Diego Region AgriTourism Gathering

Dec 3, 2025

Growing Together: Unlocking the Hidden Economy of AgritourismDiscover the Power of Agritourism as an Economic Development Strategy Across California, agritourism is creating jobs, diversifying farm income, and strengthening the connection between rural and urban communities. Yet the full potential of…
UC Cooperative Extension San Diego County
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Birds, Bees and Butterflies: Creating a Pollinator Garden/Port Hueneme Library

Mar 10, 2026

Birds, Bees and Butterflies: Creating a Pollinator GardenDid you know that pollinators are responsible for 1 out of 3 bites of food we take? Join the Master Gardeners to learn about creating a pollinator garden in your own yard. Learn what plants work best and how to grow them.  Taught by certified…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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On the Range: Article

Water Board Expansion of Grazing Regulatory Program

November 19, 2025
By Devii R Rao
The San Francisco Bay Water Board has expanded their Grazing Regulatory Program to the Petaluma River watershed. Grazing operations exceeding 100 acres in size are required to enroll in the program by February 15, 2026, and to complete a Ranch Water Quality Plan by February 2027. A fact sheet is available…
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Hydroponics
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Introduction to Hydroponics: Growing More in Less Space/Santa Paula

Mar 26, 2026

Introduction to Hydroponics: Growing More in Less SpacePhoto Courtesy of Pixabay Discover the basics of hydroponic gardening in this 90 minute class designed for beginners with limited growing space. Learn about both commercial and DIY hydroponic systems, which plants thrive in soil-free environments,…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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Busy Gardener – Month to Month - Laguna Beach
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Busy Gardener – Month to Month - Laguna Beach

Dec 6, 2025

Want to know the top garden jobs for each area of the garden every month? Or how to get ahead of the garden game? UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will help you get your garden off to a good start with better results, higher yields and less effort.  From turf to tomatoes, there are tips for…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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