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New Topics in Subtropics Newsletter

August 29, 2025
By Ben A Faber
Summer has come and we have a new newsletter to cover this period.  Read on the following topics:• The Role of Pollinators in Avocado Production  • Is that a Fruit Fly? • Sivanto Labeled for Control of Pink Hibiscus Mealybug in Dates • Consperse Stink Bug • Insights on 2025 Honey Bee…
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Forestry Research and Outreach: Event

FIT Focus Nevada County: Tools of the Trade

Oct 10, 2025 - Oct 12, 2025

Ready to take your teaching beyond the classroom? Step into the forest with FIT-Focus this fall! The Forestry Institute for Teachers (forestryinstitute.org) offers FIT-Focus, 3-day professional learning experiences designed for both formal and nonformal educators. Held over a weekend (Friday–Sunday…
Forestry Research and Outreach
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Article

Topics in Subtropics Summer 2025

August 29, 2025
By Scott Leaf
TOPICS IN THIS ISSUE• The Role of Pollinators in Avocado Production • Is that a Fruit Fly? • Sivanto Labeled for Control of Pink Hibiscus Mealybug in Dates • Consperse Stink Bug • Insights on 2025 Honey Bee Losses • Upcoming Meetings
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Article

Topics in Subtropics Summer 2025

August 29, 2025
By Scott Leaf
TOPICS IN THIS ISSUE• The Role of Pollinators in Avocado Production • Is that a Fruit Fly? • Sivanto Labeled for Control of Pink Hibiscus Mealybug in Dates • Consperse Stink Bug • Insights on 2025 Honey Bee Losses • Upcoming Meetings
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Merced 4-H Youth Development: Article

Mechanical Skills Day Committee Recruitment

August 29, 2025
By Allison Plagenza
The Mechanical Skills Day Committee invites youth and adults to join their committee!Do you have workshop presentation ideas or ways to improve this event?We would love to hear your feedback!Please contact Holly Lourenco for more information on how to join the committee:(209) 489-5627hlourenco14@hotmail.com
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UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Event

Be Nice to the Earth: Scraps to Soil - CELEBRATE COMPOST WEEK!

Oct 11, 2025

 COME CELEBRATE COMPOST WEEK!In honor of North Bay Zero Waste Week, we’re offering a fun-filled and informative morning of hands-on activities, workshops and information tables for all ages!FEATURED WORKSHOPS: Compost - Ins and Outs for All Ages! Vermiculture - Worm Wrangling with Master Gardener…
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County
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Forestry Research and Outreach: Event

Forest Stewardship Workshop: Contra Costa and all California Counties

Oct 7, 2025 - Dec 16, 2025

Forest landowners across California are invited to the next Forest Stewardship workshop! Get equipped with the knowledge to better understand and protect your forestland. By participating, you will develop a forest management plan, connect with forestry professionals at UC ANR, and become eligible for a…
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A mixed conifer forest in the Sierra Nevadas.
Forestry Research and Outreach: Event

Forest Stewardship Field Day: Forest Road Management

Nov 1, 2025

Join us as we view and discuss rural road conditions with Mark Egbert, District Manager, El Dorado & Georgetown Divide RCDs; Richard Harris, Consulting RPF and Planner; and Susie Kocher, UC ANR Forestry Advisor.Discussion topics include:Drainage issuesRoad surfacesRemedial measuresWe will be carpooling…
Forestry Research and Outreach
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