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The Low Desert Gardener: Article

Growing Community in the Desert: A Gardener’s Journey in Imperial County

May 9, 2025
By Jessica Delgado
Welcome to our new blog, where we’ll be sharing the joys, challenges, and discoveries of gardening in one of the most unique climates in California — the low desert of Imperial County.Gardening here is not for the faint of heart. With our blazing summer heat, dry winters, alkaline soils, and occasional high…
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UC Master Gardeners • Napa County: Event

2025 Climate-Friendly Garden Tour

Event Date
May 17, 2025

Tour a selection of private and public gardens in Napa and Yountville! Gardens will showcase beautiful and vibrant landscapes that are climate-friendly and water-wise.Mini-workshops will be held at select sites throughout the day.Compost giveaway at Las Flores Community Center!How it works:The ticket you…
UC Master Gardeners • Napa County
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Anise swallowtail caterpillar. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

UC Davis Groundbreaking Research Began with Caterpillars

May 8, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Groundbreaking research that began with how caterpillars stay young drew acclamation and applause when the UC Davis School of Medicine (SOM) hosted its 2025 Convergence Research Celebration, held in the UC Davis Conference Center.The joint TEDx presentation, “Staying Young, Feeling Younger, and Slowing…
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

New study explores relationship between sociodemographics, mental health and safety net program take-up

May 8, 2025
By Jean Aquino, Danielle Lee, Wendi Gosliner
A new study on safety net programs explores the characteristics associated with take-up, that is, participation among those eligible, across programs including Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children,…
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Fresno Gardening Green: Article

Visit a garden created for Fresno County children at the Garden of the Sun

May 8, 2025
By Jeannette Warnert
 When UC Master Gardeners first envisioned a demonstration garden at McKinley and Winery avenues in Fresno more than 30 years ago, an area was set aside for Fresno County children to play and learn about growing plants. Today, when families and school groups walk into the area enclosed by a Chinese…
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Fresno Gardening Green: Article

This week in the garden: May 9 - 16

May 8, 2025
By Jeannette Warnert
The garden is in full bloom. Cut flowers and harvest produce frequently to encourage repeated production of flowers and veggies. Pull weeds and hoe often.TasksWater and mow lawn. Set mower higher to shade out weeds and keep roots cool.Be cautious when applying sulfur to grapevines for mildew control. Damage…
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Thriving Forward: Article

From the Barn to Business School: How 4-H Shaped My Future

May 8, 2025
By Matthew R Rodriguez
 (The following article was written by 4-H youth member Lacie.)Hello! My name is Lacie. I’m 17 years old, a senior at Sutter Union High School, and proud to share that I’ll be attending the University of Hawaii at Manoa this fall to major in business. As I prepare for this exciting next chapter, I’ve…
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BEEF FIELD DAY 2025
Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties: Event

BEEF FIELD DAY

Event Date
May 31, 2025

Join UC Cooperative Extension and Tahoe Cattlemen’s Association for a Beef Field Day at the Sierra Foothill Research & Extension Center in Brown’s Valley. We will spend the morning in the field discussing pasture management, animal health, and disaster preparedness. Date: Saturday, May 31stTime: 8…
Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties
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Water Resilience, Climate Change, and Water Systems in California: Article

Celebrating Water Awareness Month: Why May Matters in California

May 8, 2025
By Esther N Lofton
  Every drop counts, especially in California. That’s why May is officially recognized as Water Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the value of water in our lives, our landscapes, and our future.Why Water Awareness Month?Initiated in the early 1980s by the California Department of Water…
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