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Autumn Jewels

November 4th, 2020
Autumn is the favorite season for many people. The days are shorter, the weather cooler, the bright blue skies of summer fade to a softer blue with clouds, and the leaves of some trees start presenting their autumn glory.
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Pomegranates November
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November's Harvest of the Month: Pomegranates

November 1st, 2020
November is a prime month to enjoy pomegranates, which grow well in the Central Sierra and most of California. In fact, more than 90% of all the pomegranates grown for sale in the U.S. are produced here in California, where they enjoy sunny, dry summers.
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From left, UCCE small-farm team members Jesus Ontiveros Barajas, Marianna Castiaux and Jacob Roberson distributed COVID-19 safety kits to small-scale farmers in Fresno County. Photo by Carmen Mendoza
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New research identifies UCCE disaster management needs

October 30th, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Californians have been dealing with wildfires, the pandemic, power shutdowns, excessive heat and drought, sometimes all at the same time. In every county, UC Cooperative Extension is there to assist community members.
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Names in the News

October 30th, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Spinelli named UCCE horticulture advisor Gerardo Spinelli joined UC Cooperative Extension in San Diego County as a production horticulture advisor on Oct. 12, 2020. He will work with nurseries, floriculture and controlled environment plant production.
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Daniel Perry places western drywood termites into the groove of blocks, then seals sides. Some blocks were then treated with wintergreen oil. Photos by Evett Kilmartin
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Termites can’t hide from heat and essential oils, finds UCCE study

October 29th, 2020
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Termites can eat you out of house and home by chewing through wood and weakening the structure. The results of a new termite study led by entomologists at UC Riverside may enable homeowners to rid their homes of termites with a safer, effective pest control approach.
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Central Sierra Steps Towards Fitness

October 28th, 2020
The CalFresh Healthy Living UCCE Central Sierra team hosted Step It Up, a virtual version of a worksite wellness competition for educators and school communities.
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