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October 2024
 

Agriculture Advice from UCCE Advisors
 

23rd Annual Strawberry Production Meeting


UCCE Advisor, Oleg Daugovish held the 23rd Annual Strawberry Meeting last month. Click the link below to view the presentations from the event.


Image: Oleg Daugovish

Strawberry Presentation Files 
 
 

Upcoming: Avocado Irrigation Workshop


October 16, 2024


There is still time to register for next week's in person meeting. Join UCCE Advisor, Dr. Ben Faber and learn the essentials of avocado water use, the impact of salinity on tree growth and more! For more information, refer to the agenda HERE.


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UCCE Community Education Programs

 

UC Master Gardener Program

 

Plant Sale


October 26, 2024


The UC Master Gardeners will be having a plant sale from 9 am to 1 pm in the Channel Islands Native Plan Garden, 1901 Sprinnaker Drive in Ventura.


View the flyer


For a list of plants that will be available click here.

Pumpkin Succulent Class


November 2, 2024


The UC Master Gardeners will be hosting a workshop during Ventura County Farm Day from 11 am to 12 pm. The workshop fee is $20 and includes all material.
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View the UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County Events  
 

New newsletter for home gardeners


Home gardeners can now subscribe to the UC Master Gardeners monthly newsletter.
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CFHL Academic Coordinator 
 
4-H Youth Development Career & College Readiness Area Advisor 
 

Hansen Agriculture Research & Extension Center
 

The Hansen Agriculture Research and Extension Center in Camarillo will be participating in SEEAG's 12th annual Ventura County Farm Day.


Our new location will be open from 10 am - 3 pm. Come visit us and see what we are up to!
 
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12th Annual Ventura County Farm Day


November 2, 2024


5352 Beardsley Rd.

Camarillo, CA 93010


What to expect:


HAREC activities:

  • Hay ride into the farm
  • U-Pick pumpkin patch
  • Tractor Display

UC Master Gardener led activities:

  • Seed Planting
  • Crop Display
  • Plant Sale (Cash or Check only)
  • Irrigation Demo
 

Climate-Smart Farming Demonstration Field Meeting


November 6, 2024


You are invited to a two-part demonstration field meeting you will learn about cover crops, roller crimping, soil amendments, compost tea and more!


Prior registration is requested for this event.

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Recent News in Ventura County

 

AirNow Fire and Smoke Map


The U.S Environmental Protection Agency launched an updated version of the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map. You can use this map to view levels of coarse particle pollution and information on wildfires.


Image: VC Air Pollution Control District

Air district to fund solar-powered harvest aids


The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District awarded a $50,000 grant to an Oxnard strawberry farm to begin replacing its gasoline-powered harvest-aid machines with solar models it helped develop. Continue reading...


Image: VC Air Pollution Control District

Honoring the legacy of Dorcas Thille


November 3, 1931 - September 4, 2024


Dorcas Hardison Kimball Thille was a Santa Paula farmer, mother of six, and supporter of the University of California. She passed away recently at the age of 92. Dorcas was a trailblazer in many ways and well respected in the community. She was known to give no-nonsense advice. We honor and thank her for her dedicated service to the University of California as board member and chair of the UC Hansen Trust and board member of the Agricultural Issues Center at UC Davis. Continue reading...
 

Partner Events & Updates

Ventura County Farm Day


November 2, 2024


SEEAG will be hosting their 12th annual Ventura County Farm Day. To view a list of participating farms visit there website at Venturacountyfarmday.com


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Irrigation and Nutrient Management Plan (INMP) Refresher Training


November 12, 2024


VCAILG is hosting a refresher training designed for Certified Crop Advisors (CCAs) and growers who have previously completed the full 6-hour course and passed the certification exam, qualifying them to develop a self-certified Irrigation and Nutrient Management Plan (INMP) for their farm(s). For more information, refer to the agenda HERE.


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