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El evento ‘Ag Day’ en California es una celebración clave para la industria agrícola del estado. La secretaria de Agricultura, Karen Ross, destacó la importancia del evento, que reunió a productores, funcionarios y la comunidad en el Capitolio. Con exhibiciones de frutas, vegetales, ganado y tecnología, la…

Blog article by Alex Russell, UC Master Gardener-Solano Last summer, I completely ran out of space to plant at home. I wasn't excited to expand. All my garden boxes and beds built up with edging had been a lot of work I didn't want to repeat. Then I thought that maybe I didn't need very much at all if…

 As the rainy season winds down and spring irrigation startup is steadily creeping toward us, it’s time to prepare your irrigation system for the busy season ahead. The following recommendations are meant to give you direction for ensuring your irrigation is in top condition when the time comes for it…

Blog article by Loralei Dewe, UC Master Gardener-SolanoMore on my project of growing 3 citrus trees in 1 pot. To refresh the subject, here are some of the important points I found:1) Plant trees of the same species. In other words, citrus with other citrus, stone fruit with other stone fruit, etc. …

Blog article by Paula Pashby, UC Master Gardener-SolanoMy sister recently traveled to Pakistan on business and sent me photos of the places she visited. She spent time in many cities and met many people on this trip, but one of the highlights was enjoying the local cuisine. The Pakistani dishes are well…

The University of California invites comments on proposed revisions to Section 360 of the Academic Personnel Manual: Section 360, Appointment and Promotion / Librarian Series (APM - 360).

A recent study provides insight on the beverage consumption of  U.S. children ages 12-60 months while in early care and education, or ECE, settings across multiple states from 2008-2020. A high quality diet, including beverages, early in life is important for building long-term healthy eating…