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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Update for Aspiring Master Gardeners in Contra Costa County

July 2, 2025
By Hedwig L Van Den Broeck
 by Janette DrewWe’re happy to share an update on the progress toward forming the UC Master Gardener Volunteer Class of 2026.Our Recruitment Team recently wrapped up the fourth and final Information Session on Saturday, June 21st. More than 100 interested residents attended, and applications have…
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Fresno County Vegetable Crops: Page

Additional Resources

California Agriculture JournalCalifornia Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)CDFA Beet Curly Top Control ProgramCDFA Broomrape Board California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR)California Garlic and Onion Research Advisory BoardCalifornia Irrigation Management Information System (CIMIS) …
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Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Dogs Sniff Out Pest Problems

July 2, 2025
By Lindsey Hack
Dogs use their keen sense of smell to help humans every day. Their powerful noses alert us to danger, aid in search and rescue operations, and even have the potential to diagnose diseases. But did you know that some dogs have been trained to sniff out potential invasive pests? Enter—the detector dogs! …
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University of California 4-H Youth Development Program: Event

2025 4-H State Leadership Conference

Event Date
Jul 24, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025

California 4-H State Leadership Conference: Empowering youth (11-19) with leadership, communication & life skills through workshops, speakers & hands-on activities.
University of California 4-H Youth Development Program
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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Questions and Answers Desk at Lowe's in West Sacramento

Event Date
Jul 19, 2025

The UC Master Gardeners of Yolo County will be available to answer your gardening questions from 10am until noon at their twice-monthly gardening "Questions and Answers Desk."Thumbnail photo by Evett Kilmartin
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County
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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Questions and Answers Desk at Lowe's in West Sacramento

Event Date
Jul 5, 2025

The UC Master Gardeners of Yolo County will be available to answer your gardening questions from 10am until noon at their twice-monthly gardening "Questions and Answers Desk."
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

NPI is seeking a graduate student Sustainable Agriculture and Food Fellow

July 2, 2025
By Danielle Lee, Julia Nguyen, Kassandra A Bacon, Ron Strochlic
The Nutrition Policy Institute is seeking a University of California graduate student to join our efforts to improve food and nutrition security among currently and formerly incarcerated individuals in California. This fellowship opportunity is part of the 2025-2026 University of California Bonnie Reiss…
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Reducing 1,2,3-TCP Contamination in Drinking Water

July 2, 2025
By Hope Hauptman
The Challenge of Clean Water AccessAcross the country, many communities are fighting an uphill battle to protect their drinking water. Newly detected chemicals that may pose health risks—known as emerging contaminants—often fall outside current regulations and are hard to remove with standard treatment…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County: Page

Lake Merritt Trial Gardens: Self-Guided Tour

Visitors to the Lake Merritt Trial Gardens are invited to take a self-guided tour to find inspiration and see practical applications for growing plants and vegetables in our local, marine-influenced climate.
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