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UC Cooperative Extension Marin County

Our mission is to sustain a vital agriculture, environment, and community in Marin County by providing University of California research-based information in agriculture, natural resource management, healthy living, and youth development.
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Tulare County Cooperative Extension

Welcome The University of California Cooperative Extension in Tulare County helps our community grow stronger by connecting local people with practical, research-based solutions from the University of California. Since 1918, we’ve partnered with farmers, families, youth, and agencies to support…
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Cooperative Extension San Joaquin County

True to the mission of the land grant universities, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources connects the power of UC research in agriculture, natural resources, nutrition and youth development with local communities to improve the lives of all Californians.
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties

Grow your own:vegetables, fruits, herbs Microclimates | Planting calendars | Sequence chartGarden like you live here:native plant gardening Containers | Selection | Planting | Watering/Maintenance | Propagation Gardening in containers  Firewise landscaping Soil fundamentals …
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Fresno County Dairy

The objective of the dairy extension program for Fresno/Madera /Kings Counties is to provide dairy producers and dairy related businesses with practical, research-based information. To assist dairy producers in making their operations compatible with current and future environmental concerns.
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Elkus Ranch Environmental Education Center

Elkus Ranch has been an Environmental Education destination since 1975. We are available by reservation only for a number of activities: School Field Trips, private parties and private tours, seasonal day camps, overnights and as an event venue for weddings or meetings.
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UC Master Gardeners of Merced County

Advice to Grow By ... Ask Us! Welcome to the UC Master Gardener Program of Merced County! We are a group of committed volunteers, providing outreach and community education on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to Merced County residents since 2009.
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Butte County

The University of California Cooperative Extension in Butte County is a network of scientists and educators that conduct research and outreach in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, youth development, and nutrition.
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Help and Resources

Not sure where to start? This page points you to the most commonly needed resources at UC ANR—from IT support and payroll to HR, communications, and media inquiries.  Common Requests    IT Help Desk Email help@ucanr.edu for general IT-related questions.  Media Contacts Find contact…
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New to ANR?

 UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is a division of the University of California, reporting to the UC Office of the President. Unlike UC's 10 campuses, UC ANR has no students of its own. Instead, our work extends the university's research and expertise into every corner of California—serving…
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Our Community

WelcomeUC ANR is more than a workplace—it's a community of people committed to improving lives across California. Here you'll find resources, groups, and programs that support connection, belonging, and professional growth.  Our CultureWe have many opportunities for staff to have their voices heard and…
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Open Access Policy

May 20, 2026
By Rachel E Lee
Open Access PolicyUC ANR Publications is committed to making the research and expertise of the University of California available to the people it serves. In support of this mission, UC ANR Publications operates an Open Access publishing model for eligible titles.Copyright Copyright in all UC ANR…
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Visit the UC Master Gardener Gardening Education Center

Sep 2, 2026

The Gardening Education Center (GEC) is a dynamic, experimental garden where UC Master Gardeners employ environmentally sound, water-wise methods to propagate and grow a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, pollinator plants and cover crops throughout the year. The GEC features a range of growing…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Master Food Preserver Program of San Diego County: Page

Bread and Butter Pickled Jicama

Enjoy right out of the jar! Use on desserts such as pound cake or cheesecakes. The syrup is wonderful for drizzles too. Savory ideas – Use them in salads (use the syrup in your dressing), serve with ham or a glaze for chicken wings. Yield: ~ 6, pint jars Prep: 45 Minutes Processing: 15 MinutesIngredients: •…
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Cherry Chutney

An ideal partner for pork or turkey and makes a fabulous finish for a cheese tray. Yield: ~ 6, half pint jars Prep: 45 Minutes Processing: 10 MinutesIngredients: • 4 whole allspice • 1 cup white vinegar (5%) • 1 cinnamon stick (~6 inches long, broken) • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped • 10 cups sweet…
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Cinnamon Kumquats

These can then be eaten right out of the jar like candy or used on desserts such as pound cakes or cheesecakes. The syrup is wonderful for drizzles, too. Savory ideas: use them in salads (use the syrup in your dressing!), they would be perfect with ham, maybe as a glaze for chicken wings. Yield: ~ 6, half…
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