The Mediterranean Oak Borer (MOB) is an invasive ambrosia beetle that infests several species of white oaks in California: valley oak, blue oak, and Oregon oak. The beetle is spreading rapidly in Napa, Lake, Sonoma, and Sacramento Counties and has been detected in neighboring El Dorado, Yolo, and Mendocino…
Our wonderful Master Gardeners will be on-site ready to answer your gardening, plant, or pest questions! Bring photos or samples to help us identify what's happening and so we can provide more accurate information.
We look forward to seeing you on Dec. 4th at the Barbara Worth Country Club in Holtville, CA as the UCCE Imperial County office presents the 2024 Fall Big Workshop event. This is a FREE event...one day, same location, two separate sessions.
Pest Management in the Veggie Garden- A Non-Chemical Approach- Save the Date. Common garden pests and problems: understanding the good and the bad. Principals of integrated Pest Management (IPM) and less toxic management tips.
EcoFarm and Wild Farm Alliance Jointly Present: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 8 am - 5 pm Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove, CA $99 (lunch included) This EcoFarm Pre Conference is a unique opportunity to learn a whole systems approach to pest management, addressing both soil health and...
How to Control California Ground Squirrels & Gophers ! A Free Workshop for Commercial Agriculture Thursday, June 13, 2024 8:30am11:00am In-Person at Nipomo Community/Regional Park in the Pine Area Topics covered: Gopher Biology Ground Squirrel Biology IPM Plan Using Bait, Carbon Monoxide and more op...
Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant.
This webinar will focus on organic production fundamentals in a changing climate. Last year, I conducted a Needs Assessment where I asked commercial orchard and vegetable growers in our region about their key needs related to field topics that support crop production.
