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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Join Our Digital Garden: Communicate Create Connect

November 14, 2024
by Lori Palmquist The Communications project serves the public AND UC Master Gardeners proudly and directly. Our work is electronically focused. So, if you join us, you can put away those gloves, pruners, and trowels. Our reach is far, and our message clear.
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Help Spread the News!

November 14, 2024
by Hedwig Van Den Broeck News to Grow By is more than just our seasonal newsletter with nearly 8,500 subscribersits a vibrant, welcoming platform that connects us with our community.
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Topics in Subtropics: Article

The Soil Microbiome

November 14, 2024
By Ben A Faber
It promises to be an outstanding seminar. Andr Custodio Franco, assistant professor, Indiana University, Bloomington, will speak on "Deciphering the Soil Macrobiome: Belowground Communities Driving Ecosystem Responses to Global Change" at a seminar hosted Monday, Nov.
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UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog: Article

Spotted Lanternfly: The Need to Remain Vigilant (Part 1)

November 14, 2024
By Cindy Kron
On March 27th, 2024, a flatbed truck carrying a metal art structure originating in New York and headed to Petaluma, California was stopped at the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Agricultural Inspection Station in Truckee, California due to live spotted lanternfly (SLF) egg masse...
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Study finds universal school meals boost access and ease food insecurity

November 14, 2024
By Brianna Aguayo Villalon, Danielle Lee, Monica D Zuercher, Wendi Gosliner
Household food insecurity remains a significant issue in the U.S., particularly among households with children, highlighting the crucial role of school meal programs in mitigating food insecurity and improving children's health and academic performance.
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Sweet or Astringent? Solving the Puzzle of Your Persimmon Tree

November 13, 2024
by Sara Hoyer Clients question: I have a persimmon tree, but Im unsure what type it is, and this has puzzled me for a few years. It turned orange a few weeks ago, while my Fuyu is still turning color. Its not Fuyu. Its shaped like Fuyu, perhaps slightly bigger. I tasted a few last year.
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Water Conservation Garden News

November 13, 2024
Matthew Dwinell completed his Eagle Scout Project! Come and check out our new beautiful garden shed. Liv Imset and Vivien Williamson painted it a glowing golden color. Now, we finally have a safe and dry place to store garden tools and equipment.
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

December Volunteer Recognition Potluck

November 13, 2024
by Susan Domanico Be sure to sign up to attend the December UC Master Gardener Volunteer Recognition Potluck Dinner on Monday, December 9, 2024! The event will be held at the Pleasant Hill Community Center from 6 to 9 pm.
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