Pest Management

Identification and Management of common pests of Sonoma County gardens recommended by University of California Master Gardeners of Sonoma County.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) involves the use of environmentally sound, effective practices to keep pests, diseases, and weeds from damaging gardens. IPM begins by identifying the pest, disease, or weed, then selecting the most effective methods and materials for controlling the problem.

One master gardener shares their practical methods for protecting seedlings from being eaten by backyard wildlife.

Look for our friendly UC Master Gardeners of Merced County and their info booth at the Merced Farmers' Market on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Info booth located at the 16th Street parking lot between M & K Streets Please stop by with your questions, Take home a vegetable seedling and garden…

The application process for the UC Master Gardeners of Merced County's 2026 Training Class is now open. Any Merced County adult resident with an interest in horticulture (plants, lawns, trees, vegetables and more) and public service are encouraged to apply for the Master Gardener Program.

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The UCCE Entomology Research and Extension program is entrusted with developing and implementing targeted research and education programs on managing insect pests of vegetables, forage crops, field crops, and specialty crops in Imperial County.

About Master Gardeners Our mission as University of California Master Gardener volunteers is to extend research-based sustainable gardening and composting information to the public through various educational outreach methods. We strive to present accurate, impartial information to local gardeners so they…

UC Master Gardeners of Amador County's ClassesUC Master Gardeners offer free classes on various gardening topics throughout the year.  Check our calendar for upcoming classes each month. Calendar of EventsFor more information contact the Master Gardeners 10am to noon, Tuesdays,…

Master Gardeners of Amador County offer a variety of public education classes throughout the year. Check out our current list of classes by clicking below. 2025 Public Education Classes