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Cockroaches, Rodents, and Asthma

May 5, 2025
By Lauren Fordyce
Some indoor pests can just be a nuisance; others can also be a health risk. Did you know that cockroaches and rodents are known to trigger asthma symptoms and lead to the development of allergic asthma for some people? This month, we recognize Asthma Awareness Month and share how you can reduce indoor…
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Santa Paula AG Museum Tractor Day

Sep 1, 2025

This beloved community event celebrates Santa Paula’s agricultural heritage with family-friendly activities, live music, captivating presentations and tours, and a deep appreciation for our local farming culture.The fair offers a fresh perspective on bridging farming’s past, present, and future through…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties: Event

Nickels Field Day

May 14, 2025

Contact:Franz Niederholzerfjniederholzer@ucanr.edu(530-458-0570
Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties
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Shasta County: Article

2025 May Tips 'N Topics

May 5, 2025
By Mari Szynal
In this issue:   Deadlines for Shasta 4-H Contract & SDF Entries / YQCA Certs   Whites available in 4-H Office / Buyer's Letter pointers   Calendar   Results from Inter-Mountain Favorite Foods and Home Ec & Ag Stills   Pics from: Pollination…
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New video series to help new California vegetable growers

May 5, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
To train new people to work with California specialty crops and update the skills of current workers, educators from UC Davis and UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Fresno State, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Chico State and five California community colleges are producing educational videos.
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Placer County 4-H: Page

Embryology School Program

The 3+ week long 4-H embryology program teaches youth (grades k-8) about the development life-cycle of a chicken through a hands-on experiential learning model. The 4-H Embryology curricula meets the Next Generation Science Standards. Through the 4-H Embryology program, youth will learn about:Embryo…
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UC Master Food Preserver: Article

Salt, the Only Rock We Eat! (May 2025)

May 2, 2025
Henry Shaw, UC Master Food Preserver Online Program Volunteer Part 1: When is a tablespoon not a tablespoon?Common salt, sodium chloride (NaCl), is the most widely used condiment worldwide. It’s also the only rock we normally eat. (“Halite” is the geological term for rock salt.) Today, you can buy a…
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