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By Pat Hitchcock, UC Master Gardener of Napa County Napa County Master Gardeners recently had the opportunity to hear a wildlife specialist talk about managing vertebrate pests in gardens and landscapes. Participants were asked to list their five most troublesome vertebrate pests.

It may surprise you to learn that California is home to invasive wild pigs, also called feral hogs or wild boars. Wild pigs can be a major nuisance for farmers, ranchers, and others who live in more rural areas or near wildlands.

Get some spicy, tasty goodness in your canning, cooking and eating. There are a lot of things to eat that can enhance your meals. Our "Spice It Up" class is coming up. Make sure you sign up and don't miss it! Spice It Up Class: June 21, 2018; 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Mark Lagrimini, UC ANR's new vice provost of research and extension, moved into his office at 2801 Second Street in Davis on June 1.

Ciricillo named California 4-H Foundation director Mary Ciricillo, director of annual giving and individual gifts in ANR's Development Services, has accepted the position of California 4-H Foundation director.

In this issue: - End of year housekeeping - Fair entries deadline: June 11 - Important pending volunteer information...

Nearly 13 years ago, I became one of the first ranchers to sell meat at the Auburn Farmers Market.

Dear Colleagues, The California Natural Resources Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency, California Air Resources Board, the California Department of Food and Agriculture, and California Strategic Growth Council will be hosting regional public meetings on the development of California's...

This Month in the Garden is this week's show on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners. UC Master Gardeners and KUCI staff hosts Katrina Kirkeby and Teena Spindler will let you know what is going on garden-wise for the month of June.

In a prior blog entry, I discussed how I had the pleasure of attending the annual mushroom camp this past January 2018, organized by the Sonoma County Mycological Association (SOMA). It was educational, fascinating, and delicious, and I will certainly attend again.