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UC Master Food Preserver: Article

UC Master Food Preserver Internal Recipe Sources

May 5, 2026
By Susan Mosbacher
Download a pdf version of this information.(Archived)We use research-based recipes in our public classes and outreach events from a limited source list. The general rule of thumb is if the process has any risk involved (canning, fermentation), we are limited to USDA, University and some Ball recipes. We have…
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Valley Room Checklist

Valley Room Use GuidelinesReview the following information before using the Sacramento Valley Room, San Joaquin Valley Room, or combined Valley Conference Center space.These guidelines include:  Set Up Audiovisual Equipment During the Event After Your Event Resetting the RoomsDirectional…
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Participant Information

Information to Share with Event ParticipantsUse the information below to help participants prepare for meetings and events at the ANR Building.Building AccessPlease advise caterers and participants of building access times before your event.Business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All doors are locked before and…
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Facilities and Lodging

Planning a meeting, training, or event at or beyond the ANR Building? This page provides resources to help you find facilities across California and nearby lodging options in Davis for event participants.Find Facilities Across CaliforniaPlanning an event in a different part of the state?Use the ANR Training…
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Fees

Fees for event coordination services are outlined below for both virtual and in-person events.Services not included in the listed packages may be available for an additional fee. Contact the Program Support Unit (PSU) to discuss any additional support needs.Certain event types are supported by ANR funds. For…
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Valley Room Layouts

Valley Room Layouts and Setup OptionsThe Valley Conference Center can be arranged in a variety of room layouts to support meetings, trainings, and events. The diagrams below show common setup options for the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley Rooms.Room configurations are coordinated through the Program…
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Cutworms Attack!

May 5, 2026
By Dustin W Blakey
By Alison Collin, Inyo-Mono Master Gardener Volunteer I have been gardening in the same plot for 15 years, and this is by far the worst year for cutworm damage. Usually, I have a few plants that have been eaten or “cut,” but this year the majority of my transplants have been chewed. Early SignsI…
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A long, slender, light brown insect that resembles a stick walking on a tree branch.
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Stick Insects Are Cool but Can Damage Your Plants

May 5, 2026
By Belinda Messenger-Sikes
Have you ever seen a walking stick insect, maybe in a museum display or at an entomology demonstration? They look just like twigs and are fascinating creatures. This makes them popular as pets in classrooms and homes. However, if pet walking sticks are accidentally or purposefully let out of their cages,…
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Meeting and Event Resources

Resources for Planning Meetings and Events Some services, such as catering, must be arranged by the event organizer. Other services, including equipment, room setup, and audiovisual support, are coordinated through the Program Support Unit (PSU).For full-service event planning, visit Event Planning…
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