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Opportunities in 2026: What Humane Livestock Producers Need to Know

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Mar 3, 2026

With AI, humane washing, greenwashing, and market fluctuations shaping consumer perception, livestock producers need clear, authentic marketing to stay competitive. This session, led by Michele Thorne, Executive Director of the Good Meat Project, will explore the 2026 marketing trends, threats, and…
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So, You Want to be a Farmer

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Jan 6, 2026

Before retiring or submitting your letter of resignation, join this webinar to explore some items to consider when starting a farm.  Topics covered will include business structure, business planning, farm insurance, registering your farm, financing your farm and applying for USDA programs and…
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First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for pigs

Event Date
Mar 17, 2026

Farm life is unpredictable, and emergencies with your livestock can happen at any time. Join us for this second essential webinar in our First Aid Fundamentals series, "First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for Pigs", where we'll provide practical, hands-on knowledge to help you care for pigs in…
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Purple Martins: Conservation, Community, and 40 Pounds of Insects a Year

Event Date
Jan 27, 2026

This presentation will explore the biology and history of the Purple Martin, their remarkable aerial insect-eating habits, the conservation challenges impacting the species, recommendations on martin housing, and effective techniques for colony attraction and management.Presenter: Courtney Rousseau,…
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Rural Energy for America Program Virtual Information Session

Event Date
Feb 24, 2026

This virtual information session is focused on the Rural Energy for America Program, and will cover information on the USDA RD Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). The program provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable…
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Transition to Organic Webinar Series

Event Date
Jan 14, 2026 - Mar 18, 2026

Wednesdays • January 14 – March 18, 2026 • Free virtual seriesHosted by CAFF, UC Organic Agriculture Institute (UC OAI), and UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE)Thinking about transitioning your crop operation to organic? Join us for a ten-week webinar series designed to guide producers through every major step…
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Replacing Your Lawn (Save Some Water, Save Some Mowing)

December 18, 2025
Compiled by Joan Goff, UC Master Gardeners of Placer County So, you want to replace that thirsty lawn with something that uses less water but still looks beautiful? Good idea!  But where to start? There are several elements to consider in making this change. Remove the existing…
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Organic Lawn Care

December 18, 2025
By Elaine Applebaum, UC Master Gardeners of Placer County Q: I would like a lawn but am concerned about the environmental effects. Is it possible to have a beautiful green lawn without using chemical fertilizers and pesticides?A: Taking a low- or no-chemical approach to lawn care is becoming…
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Leaving Grass Clippings on the Lawn

December 18, 2025
By Trish Grenfell, UC Master Gardeners of Placer County Q: One of my neighbors told me to leave my grass clippings on the lawn, but I feel that it is unsightly and would actually prevent the grass from getting the sunlight it needs to grow. However, it would save me time.  Please advise. A:…
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