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## New Cooperative Extension area director amplifies ‘wealth of knowledge’

In February, Leonel Jimenez started as the UCCE area director for Kings, Kern and Tulare counties. Born and raised in Reedley, Jimenez said he's come "full circle."

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October 22, 2025

## Shade Trees

Deciduous trees provide summer shade and let in winter sun, helping reduce heating and cooling costs. Evergreen trees are a great choice as well. Fall is the perfect time to plant a tree, so…

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October 25, 2025

## A World of Plants Without Soil - San Jose

Have you ever seen a plant that seems to grow out of thin air? They're called tillandsias, and they're some of the most unique and surprisingly simple plants to care for.Step into the intriguing…

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October 25, 2025

## Cover Your Assets: Investing in Healthy Soil - Sunnyvale

Don’t let your soil go bare. Invest in your soil by growing cover crops when you aren’t growing anything else. Cover crops can help increase the nutrients in your soil, break up heavy soil, and…

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October 25, 2025

## Pear-licious! Pear Preserves and Pie Filling (Online Delivery Program)

Learn to make pear preserves and pear-apple-cranberry pie filling with UC Master Food Preservers in this free holiday canning class.

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