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These stories showcase UCCE San Diego programs that bring UC research and science to the community. Our work helps stakeholders better understand agriculture, nutrition and health, climate-smart practices, IPM, youth development, gardening, food preservation, human–wildlife interactions, floriculture, and plant pathology. Thanks for visiting our featured stories blog.

How To Manage Water Runoff in Your Nursery

April 1, 2023

By Robert A Padilla

Featured StoryHow To Manage Water Runoff In Your NurseryWritten by: Robert PadillaEdited by: Production Horticulture Advisor, Gerry SpinelliWater runoff is a significant issue for nurseries, especially in regions like San Diego where rains are often short but intense. It can lead to soil…

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How To Measure Nitrate Concentration

March 1, 2023

By Gerardo Spinelli

Featured StoryBy Gerry Spinelli, Production Horticulture Advisor with the University of California Cooperative ExtensionIf you inject fertilizer into your irrigation system, you probably have a target concentration of nitrate that you are trying to achieve. Is your injector set at the right…

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Spring Seminar Returns Virtually in 2021

March 1, 2021

By Leah M Taylor

Featured StoryWondering what plants make the most sense for San Diego gardens this year? Want to grow magnificent roses and stunning succulents in the same backyard? Tired of losing your fruits and vegetables to bugs and hungry wildlife? Then master the art of gardening San Diego style with the…

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Oli Bachie is UCCE San Diego's New County Director

March 1, 2021

By Robert A Padilla

Featured StoryUCCE San Diego Welcomes Oli Bachie as it's new County Director Oli G. Bachie is now the new County Director of the University of California Cooperative Extension San Diego (UCCE). He is also the Agronomy Advisor for Imperial, Riverside and San Diego counties…

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Expanded Food Nutrition Education Transitions Learning Style

October 1, 2020

By Shirley C Salado

Featured StoryEFNEP meets the needs of the community at home via online. A new historical school session has begun, and our San Diego EFNEP team is ready to offer remote education! Join us on Zoom to get moving and learn about nutrition and wellness!Nutrition insecurity is a significant…

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