Do you have a toddler who is currently drinking cow’s milk? Do you live in California? You are invited to participate in a 1-year study regarding child milk intake. The purpose of this study is to see how the type of milk—whole fat vs low-fat 1%—consumed between the ages of 2-3 years old affects the health,…
Learn about cool, temperate and tropical zone orchids and which are best for your climate. Get to know cool-growing orchids for San Francisco such as Masdevallia, Cymbidiums as well as everyone’s favorite indoor orchid - the Phaelaenopsis. Discover how to successfully re-pot, water and feed…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
Based at the Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center near Fresno, UC Cooperative Extension specialist Houston Wilson and his team develop integrated pest management (IPM) strategies for some of California’s most valuable agricultural commodities.
The fall season is a vibrant and inspiring time for the UC Master Gardener Program. As the days grow cooler and gardens shift into their final burst of color and productivity, communities across Northern California come alive with celebrations of the harvest.Across the region, many UC Master Gardener…
Learn about cool, temperate and tropical zone orchids and which are best for your climate. Get to know cool-growing orchids for San Francisco. Discover how to successfully re-pot, water and feed orchids, encourage re-blooming, and deal with common pests and diseases.Master Gardener Presenter Lisa Erdos:…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
Providing action and intentionality to our shared Principles. Welcome to a monthly series where each month the Workplace Inclusion and Belonging unit spins the dial and spotlights one of UC ANR Principles of Community and turns intention into action.Join in the unpacking of a new principle every month,…
Join Us for National Seed Swap Day at the Loomis Veteran's Hall on January 31stThe event is free, and you don’t need to have seeds to attend! Hosted by UC Master Gardeners of Placer County January 31, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Loomis Veteran’s Hall, 5945 Horseshoe Bar…
Let’s be real—California's rodent issue is extensive. In some areas, it may seem like an infinite sea of rats and mice. Commensal rodents, those that live among and benefit from association with humans, significantly affect public health, environmental sustainability, and urban infrastructure. …
