Fruits And Vegetables

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UCANR_Cherries
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Cherry

When to plant: January to early February Harvest window: May through June, depending on variety Fertilization: Nitrogen in spring and post-harvest, additional applications based on tree age, health, and soil quality Prune dead and diseased branches, and roughly 10% of new growth in late summer
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Citrus Leafminer

Understanding citrus leafminer: Learn why this common pest causes cosmetic damage but doesn't harm your citrus trees.
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Blackberries
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Berries

When to plant: Blackberries and Raspberries: mid-January to March Strawberries: late August (summer plantings) or late October (winter plantings) Harvest window: May through September, depending on the variety Fertilization: Nitrogen in spring, additional applications as needed.
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Online Trainings

The Nutrition Policy Institute has created several online trainings to support healthy eating and active living in a variety of settings including food banks and childcare.
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Lemons picture from UC ANR Monterey Bay
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Citrus

When to plant: Citrus can be planted almost any time of year. The best time is after the last frost in spring (mid-March) Harvest window: Year-round, depending on variety Fertilization: Nitrogen in January, again in May/June timeframe. Monitor for zinc, iron, and other micronutrient deficiencies and…
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Bebidas Saludables en el Cuidado y Educación de la Infancia Temprana

Este curso en lnea es una forma divertida e interactiva de conocer las ltimas recomendaciones sobre bebidas saludables para nios y ayudar a los proveedores de cuidado infantil a cumplir con los requisitos de la Ley de Bebidas Saludables en Cuidado Infantil de California (AB 2084).
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fig tree, Sharon McCray
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Fig

When to plant: Early spring, while still dormant Harvest window: Many will yield fruit during two windows: May to June, then again August to October, depending on variety. Here is a video on how to harvest figs. Fertilization: If needed, a light application of nitrogen in early spring, while the tree is…
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