Healthy Eating

You could plant from dawn to dusk and still not plant every variety of tomato! Whether you are a novice or a pro, you’ll enjoy learning about tomatoes: their history and some fun facts, the many varieties, their culture, diseases and pests, growing in the ground vs. growing in containers – and finally,…

Plant a Seed, Read!Learn something new about gardening at the Lompoc Library.School-aged children are invited to join our special guests from UC Master Gardeners, UC Master Food Preservers, and CalFresh Healthy Living UC Cooperative Extension to learn something new about gardening at the Lompoc Library! …

Join UC Cooperative Extension & UC Organic Agriculture Institute for an Organic Dairies Soil Analysis WorkshopAttendees are encouraged to bring their most recent soil test report, CNMPs, and/or farm soil map to this workshop, which will take a deep dive into using results to make management decisions…

Avocados are not just amazing; they’re a garden superstar! These nutrient-packed gems are loaded with healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals that make them a favorite among health enthusiasts and foodies alike. Imagine plucking a perfectly ripe avocado from your own backyard, ready to be sliced onto toast…

The best thing about growing tomatoes is their wonderful flavor. The worst? Pests, diseases and environmental threats. In this presentation, UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will examine those factors and provide general control methods, including crop rotation, planting/watering, choosing…

Avocados are not just amazing; they’re a garden superstar! These nutrient-packed gems are loaded with healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals that make them a favorite among health enthusiasts and foodies alike. Imagine plucking a perfectly ripe avocado from your own backyard, ready to be sliced onto toast…

Join Santa Barbara Master Gardeners in a workshop on:Summer Pruning of Fruit Trees We will cover how to control fruit tree size, manage tree health, and control fruit quality.The event will begin with a tool-sharpening demonstration from 9:30 - 10:00 am, followed by the presentation and hands-on summer…

When you see an orange, do you wonder what it would take to have citrus growing in your own yard? Winter is citrus season, but learning what you need to do to prepare for a great growing season can be good information any time of year. We'll walk through the types and varieties that thrive in a backyard…

When you see an orange, do you wonder what it would take to have citrus growing in your own yard? Winter is citrus season, but learning things you need to do to prepare for a great growing season can be good information any time of the year. We'll walk through the types and varieties that thrive in a…