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Happy October! Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time for growth and change in the UC Master Gardener Program. This month, we’re sharing updates that will shape how we communicate. From a new program logo to digital accessibility laws taking effect in 2026 and updated website features, there’s a lot…

Socioeconomic status strongly influences children's nutrition and health, as low-income families often face barriers in meeting basic needs. To help address these challenges and reduce health disparities, safety net programs such as Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and the Special…

Every gardener knows that healthy soil is the foundation of successful gardening. But what exactly is soil, how do we know if it’s healthy and what can we do to cultivate healthy soil to ensure our plants will thrive?What is Healthy Soil? The ideal soil composition includes Minerals (~45%), Pore Space…

The Central Valley in California is fortunate to have two full growing seasons. An average combined total of 267 sunny and partly sunny days allows for nearly constant crop production. The summer season is a long one and it’s getting longer as the climate warms. In years past gardeners were…

Now that the weather is starting to be consistently below 90 degrees, you can fertilize your roses, if necessary. Don’t fertilize just to fertilize. Get your soil tested (if you haven’t already) to find out if you need any additional minerals to make the ingredients in your fertilizer available to the root…

Dear UC ANR Community,As we begin the 2025-26 year, we want to reaffirm our UC ANR Principles of Community and ensure that all members of our community understand both the rights and the responsibilities of free expression in the UC ANR context.This year we expect the continuation of active discourse on…