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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Appendix.1. Principal parts of a Vascular Plant

May 6, 2026
By CoCoMG Helpdesk
Vegetable Gardening - Handbook for Beginners Appendix.1. The Root The first root to develop is the primary root. The lateral roots, or secondary roots, branch off from the primary root. Root hairs are finger-like extensions that enlarge the root’s surface area. Plant roots have several functions:…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Article

Preserve it! Series: Leftover Lifetimes - Time and Temps for Keeping Food Safe

May 6, 2026
When in doubt, throw it out! Leftovers can be a lifesaver when you need a meal in a hurry, but unfortunately they don’t last forever. Or even a long time. And no, turning leftovers into another kind of leftover does not extend the life of the original food. Keeping food at proper temperatures and…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Article

Preserve it! Series: Canning with Monk Fruit Sweetener is Not Recommended

May 6, 2026
There has been no testing with monk fruit sweeteners to determine their effects on pH Monk fruit sweetener is becoming popular amongst people looking for alternatives to sugar. Its sweetness is derived not from traditional fructose sugar molecules in the fruit, but from extracted chemicals that provide…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra: Article

Preserve it! Series: Defining Pressure Canner Capacity

May 6, 2026
Canning basics: The difference between volume capacity and jar capacity. Looking to acquire a new (or used) pressure canner? One consideration when evaluating whether a pressure canner will suit your needs is the size of the device. It’s important to distinguish between volume capacity and jar capacity …
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Real Estate and Facilities Development: Page

REC Revitalization

Modernizing RECs Across CaliforniaThe Real Estate and Facilities Development Department is coordinating major facility revitalization efforts across multiple UC ANR Research and Extension Centers (RECs) throughout California.These projects are intended to:Improve visibility and accessibilityEnhance public…
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Real Estate and Facilities Development: Page

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How to Reach UsOffice of Real Estate and Facilities Development - UC ANR  Business Operations 1111 Franklin St, 11th Floor Oakland, CA 94607-5200 Phone: (510) 987-0145 Fax: (510) 834-8026Our Team  Eric Schueler Real Estate and Facilities Development Director Phone: (510) 987-9318  Email:…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Gardening for Year Round Meals: May Is a Fun Time in the Garden

May 9, 2026

Gardening For Year Round Meals Join Karen Slinkard, UC Master Gardener of Yolo County to talk how May is a fun time in the garden, ideal germination conditions for vegetable seeds,  and edible flowers to add to your garden and meals. Karen will share her experience from more than fifty years of…
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County
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