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Apple

 Scientific NameMalus domesticaGeneral InformationApple trees are deciduous, attractive trees native to central Asia and cultivated worldwide. There are hundreds of cultivars, including many familiar names like 'Fuji' and 'Granny Smith.' Most apples need 500 to 1,000 chill hours in winter, although some…
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Olive growers, enthusiasts invited to UC olive webinar April 4

March 14th, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Growers and others interested in growing table olives or olives for making olive oil are invited to a California Statewide Olive Seminar on Friday, April 4. The online seminar, a series of presentations from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., is sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension and UC…
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Olive growers, enthusiasts invited to UC olive webinar April 4

March 14th, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
 Growers and others interested in growing table olives or olives for making olive oil are invited to a California Statewide Olive Seminar on Friday, April 4. The online seminar, a series of presentations from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., is sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension and UC…
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Nectarine

Garden Help > Fruits & NutsUC Links How to grow and pest management: NectarineCalendar: Peaches & Nectarines: Calendar of Operations for Home GardenersThe BasicsWhen to plant: January–MarchHarvest window: June–September, depending on varietyFertilization: Nitrogen in spring and fall,…
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Apricot

Garden Help > Fruits & NutsUC Links  How to grow and Pest management: Apricots, also see Plum Bud Gall Mite Fact SheetSummer pruning overview: Prune Apricot and Cherry Trees in AugustThe BasicsWhen to plant: January–early FebruaryHarvest window: June–July, depending on varietyFertilization:…
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Stone Fruit Production

General InformationTo ensure successful production of fruits, nuts, grapes, and berries it is essential that proper varieties be selected. The varieties listed on this site are well suited to our particular conditions. It is quite possible that some varieties not listed may perform well in certain…
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Central Sierra | Agriculture | Other Crops

The foothills of the Sierra Nevada have a diversity of growing regions. Throughout the region, farmers have been successful in growing many different types of agricultural commodities.
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