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South Coast Research and Extension Center (South Coast REC) was established by the University of California in 1956 as a representative site for agricultural and horticultural research in California's south coastal plain-temperate climatic zone. Located on 200 acres of deep, moderately sloped, alluvial fan soil, the Center and its mild winter climate are conducive to farming a wide range of crops including subtropicals as well as ornamentals for the urban landscape. (more..)
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| Event Name | Date |
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| SAVE THE DATES! Virtual Avocado Festival and Education Academy | 6/22/2020 |
| Virtual Avocado Festival and Education Academy | 6/23/2020 |
| Virtual Avocado Festival and Education Academy | 6/24/2020 |
| Virtual Avocado Festival and Education Academy | 6/25/2020 |
| Virtual Avocado Festival and Education Academy | 6/26/2020 |
UC ANR South Coast REC Blog
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PPE for Farm Work
PPE in short supply for farm work during the COVID-19 crisis While most Californians are staying home to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, California farmers, farmworkers and other agricultural professionals are out in the fields and...
By Lisa A Blecker
Author - Coordinator, Pesticide Safety Education Program and Office of Pesticide Information and Coordination (OPIC)By Whitney Brim-DeForest
Author - County Director, Sutter and Yuba Counties and CE Rice and Wild Rice Advisor -
Celebrating Earth Day - Tips for recycling
In the spirit of celebrating Earth Day this week, click on the following link for some simple tips on what to do with non-recyclable materials to help minimize the waste in our...
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Taking Safety Precautions While Social Distancing: How to Make a No-Sew Cloth Face Mask
Looking for simple no-sew instructions to make a cloth face mask? The following CDC-COVID19 fact sheet illustration provides a couple of simple how-to methods using materials found around the house that are washable and reusable. If you have...
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UC IPM Online Courses for Continuing Education
Online training courses and webinars available from UC Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program —Cheryl Reynolds, UC Statewide IPM Program This spring if you are looking for options to obtain your continuing education units (CEUs) and...
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Gardening Fun for Kids
Looking for some fun indoor or outdoor gardening crafts for the kids? I just received these great suggestions from Gardener's Supply Company. Most of the supplies needed you will be able to find around the house or can be easily modified, and even...