Girasol amarillo y hojas verdes. En la oarte inferior derecha logo del programa de Jardineros Maestros de UC.

Hojas verdes y hojas de plantas dañadas.

Rosales de color rosa y hojas verdes.

Plantas de verano de color rojo y rosa.

Abril es ideal para darle un impulso a su jardín
Revise rosales, controle malezas, cuide cítricos y árboles frutales, y deje que el follaje de los bulbos se seque antes de retirarlo. Pequeños cuidados hoy ayudan a un jardín más sano.
#UCANR #UCMasterGardeners #Jardinería #CaliforniaGardening

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Your chickens are counting on you. So are your neighbors' chickens. 🐣 Grab your copy now: anrpublications.org/products/978... #UCANR #BackyardChickens #DrCluck #PoultryHealth #ChickenKeeping

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Dr. Cluck's Backyard Chickens — out now! Written by a chicken who also happens to be a poultry veterinarian. Science-based. Jargon-free. Keep your flock healthy and happy. Your chickens will thank you! #UCANR #BackyardChickens

El UC Agriculture and Natural Resources Research and Extension Center en Irvine tiene nuevos inquilinos: hoy llegó el primero de dos laboratorios móviles que estarán basados en sus instalaciones. UC ANR trabajando para que la ciencia llegue a todos los californianos.
#UCANR #Investigación

After 63 year-career, UC ANR nutrition advisor still writing her legacy of public health | Food Blog Mary Blackburn retired as a UC Cooperative Extension nutrition, family and consumer sciences advisor for Alameda County in 2025. The trailblazing Black dietitian began her career in the tumultuous Civ...

After a 63-year career, trailblazing #UCANR nutrition advisor Mary Blackburn continues to shape public health. From the Civil Rights era to today, her impact spans generations, uplifting underserved communities across California. #UCANR #PublicHealth

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Far from big-city lights, Berkeley grads have a vital impact in rural California - Berkeley News For most graduates, a life in rural or small-town California is the road not taken. But those who have become leaders in less populated parts of the state say their contributions, and their rewards, c...

#UCANR leaders are driving real impact in California’s rural communities. Ricky Satomi is advancing forest health & wildfire resilience while Brent Holtz revolutionized #almond farming with Whole Orchard Recycling. @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social

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Árbol de naranjas.

¿Te comerías una fruta protegida con biotecnología?
El Huanglongbing está poniendo en riesgo los cítricos. UC ANR explora el uso de Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) para combatir la plaga.
Queremos tu opinión
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#UCANR #Cítricos #Agricultura

Another round of record-breaking Western heat to come, but brief wetter/cooler relief early April? YouTube video by Weather West

#ICYMI
#UCANR climate scientist, Daniel Swain @weatherwest.bsky.social shares an update on the record-breaking March heatwave returning across the Interior West, unprecedented snowpack loss, and the potential for early April relief. #CAwx
WATCH the full update below.
www.youtube.com/live/yNA52Sr...

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We’re #hiring! Join #UCANR as a Disaster Preparedness & Resilience Specialist, founding director of a new institute advancing research, partnerships & community resilience across #California.

Apply by April 27 for full consideration: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/JPF00375
#CaliforniaJobs

Can culling your garden slow a wildfire? A California city pins its hopes on a contested plan Berkeley is adopting the ‘Zone 0’ regulation, which mandates first 5ft around the home in high-risk areas should be clear of combustible material

Can gardens be part of the #wildfire solution?
#UCANR experts Max Moritz and @edithdeguzman.bsky.social highlight how thoughtful landscaping and home hardening can reduce risk while preserving the benefits plants provide.
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#WildfireResilience #ClimateAdaptation

La primavera no solo trae flores… también marca el inicio de una temporada clave para la agricultura.
En UC ANR trabajamos junto a comunidades y agricultores para impulsar prácticas sostenibles que beneficien a todos.
¡Bienvenida!
#Primavera #UCANR #Agricultura #Sustentabilidad #CienciaEnTuVida

El regreso del lobo gris a California ha creado una situación agridulce | Blog de Alimentos Image El regreso de los lobos grises a California es visto como un éxito de conservación, pero los dep

El regreso del lobo gris a California es un éxito de conservación… pero también un desafío.
Expertos de UC ANR analizan el impacto económico y social de esta convivencia.
¿Cómo equilibrar conservación y agricultura?
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#UCANR #LoboGris #California #Agricultura #Conservación

Ag is all around us, and so are the solutions.

This #NationalAgWeek, explore how UC ANR supports California with research, tools & local programs that help communities thrive.
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#UCANR #AgWeek #CaliforniaAg

California Agave Symposium Comes to Santa Barbara A few speakers tell us what to expect when growers, distillers, artisans, and enthusiasts converge at the Hilton S.B. Beachfront Resort on March 23.

Srabani Das of #UCANR highlights agave’s potential in California, including water efficiency, carbon sequestration, and wildfire resilience. Learn more:
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Aguacates frescos, locales y con propósito
El South Coast Research and Extension Center de UC ANR en Irvine ofrece bolsas de 10 lb ($30) de variedades del tipo Hass.
Con cada compra apoya programas educativos
Máx. 3 bolsas
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#UCANR #Aguacates #ConsumeLocal

We’re in for a Major Heat Wave | KQED Airdate: Monday, March 16 at 9 AM It’s about to get very hot. A prolonged heat wave is hitting Western states with Bay Area temperatures expected to get 20 to 30 degrees above average, likely shatteri...

Missed it? #UCANR climate scientist Daniel Swain @weatherwest.bsky.social joined @kqedforum.bsky.social to discuss the unusual March heat wave across the West. Bay Area temps could run 20–30°F above average, raising concerns about snowpack, wildfire risk & water supply.
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Pequeñas, ocultas y costosas: las termitas en las viviendas | Noticias Investigadores de UC ANR capacitan a profesionales del control de plagas en detección y manejo de termitas en Irvine, CA.

¿Has visto pequeñas bolitas que parecen pimienta cerca de las ventanas o en el piso de tu casa?
Podrían ser termitas.
Lee la historia completa: ucanr.edu/blog/noticia...

#UCANR #IPM #Termitas #Extension

Microirrigation School, starting March 30, offers guidance on maximizing water use efficiency and productivity | Food Blog This hands-on learning opportunity (March 30 to April 3) features UC experts. It is for a broad audience, including growers, crop consultants and irrigation practitioners.

Want to get more crop per drop? The Advanced School on Microirrigation for Crop Production starts March 30 at @ucdaviscaes.bsky.social.
Learn practical strategies to maximize water use efficiency from experts at #UCANR and partners.

Register by March 25: ucanr.edu/blog/food-bl...

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A person stands in front of a large metal mobile unit labeled "Smart Feed," pointing towards it. The unit has compartments and two wheels visible. The setting is outdoors on a sunny day.

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#UCANR researchers are testing whether red seaweed can reduce methane from cattle grazing on rangelands. At the Sierra Foothill REC, scientists are using new feeder tech to track cattle diets & emissions in real-world conditions. @ucdavisvetmed.bsky.social
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Cindy Chen, me, Lenya, Katie Low, Ricky Satomi, Mike Jones.

The #UCANR Fire Network joined leaders and experts at the Forestry Strategies and Innovations Conference 2026 to discuss the latest research, technology, and partnerships advancing wildfire resilience in California. #Wildfire #Forestry @lenyaqd.bsky.social @ucanrfirenetwork.bsky.social

In Compton, urban agritourism opens new opportunities for small farms | Noticias UC ANR programs help urban farmers diversify income through agritourism, education and community engagement initiatives in Southern California

In Compton, urban farms are building resilience through #agritourism. With support from #UCANR, farms like Alma Backyard Farms are diversifying income through workshops, tours & community events, strengthening local food systems and economic opportunity.
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La 32ª Vertebrate Pest Conference se lleva a cabo en SD hasta el 5 de marzo, investigadores de UC ANR participan compartiendo investigación y estrategias en manejo integrado de plagas, protección de cultivos y conservación de recursos naturales.
#UCANR #VertebratePestConf #ExtensiónCooperativa

We are proud to announce the completion of our 2025 Annual Report!

Swipe through this post to read about everything we accomplished this year! To learn more, the 2025 Fire Network Annual Report can be accessed through the link in our bio.

#UCANR #Firenetwork #UCCE

Video Series on Roof Rat Damage in Orchards: What Growers Need to Know - CDFA's Planting Seeds Blog Focusing on solutions for growers for Invasive Species Awareness Week, February 23-27 Orchard systems across California—particularly nut orchards in the southern San Joaquin Valley—have seen a signifi...

🐀 UC ANR's Dr. Roger Baldwin teamed up with @CDFA to create a free 20-video series on roof rat management in orchards. Look for his updated UC ANR pub, Effective Management of Roof Rats in Nut and Fruit Orchards, coming soon— stay tuned! #UCANR #OrchardManagement

El 24 de febrero la Luna alcanza su punto más cercano a la Tierra.
La tradición agrícola y la ciencia moderna se encuentran para recordarnos la importancia de cuidar la tierra.
En UC ANR seguimos promoviendo prácticas basadas en evidencia para nuestras comunidades.
#UCANR #Agricultura

A person is harvesting grapefruit from a tree that is heavily laden with fruit.

Citrus trees are a bright spot in many California gardens 🍊

Full sun, good drainage, and consistent care help keep grapefruit and other citrus healthy.

Are you growing citrus this year?

#UCMasterGardeners #CaliforniaGardening #UCANR
#CitrusCare

Backyard poultry at risk for bird flu as virus lingers in environment | Food Blog Bird flu outbreaks often occur three to 10 days after spikes of waterfowl abundance within 2.5 miles of affected farms, says Maurice Pitesky, UCCE poultry specialist.

🐔 Bird flu risk for backyard flocks shifts with the environment. UC poultry specialist Maurice Pitesky shares biosecurity tips to help protect your birds and your neighbors'.
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#BirdFlu #Homesteading #UCANR

Investigadores del programa Farm Smart de UC ANR, promoviendo agricultura y ciencia en el Valle Imperial.

Farm Smart de UC ANR celebra 25 años conectando ciencia, agricultura y comunidad en el Valle Imperial.
#UCANR #FarmSmart #EducaciónAgrícola #ValleImperial

Febrero es temporada de floración de almendros y también uno de los eventos de polinización más grandes del mundo.
Millones de pequeñas abejas ayudan a definir la producción agrícola del año. Detrás de cada almendra hay millones de pequeñas alas trabajando.
#UCANR #Polinizadores #CienciaEnTuVida

Celebramos el Año Nuevo Lunar junto a nuestra comunidad.
En UC ANR seguimos conectando educación, cultura y bienestar para fortalecer comunidades en California.
#UCANR #AñoNuevoLunar #UCANRenEspañolhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKkwOpBdGBk