Coordinator News

In recent years, the UC Statewide IPM Program has received an influx of questions from UC Master Gardeners and the general public about homemade pesticides. Below is our official statement on homemade pesticides and guidance for UC Master Gardeners when discussing pesticides with clientele.

UC Master Gardener volunteers play a crucial role in community gardening education, food donations and other activities. This important statewide program also hosts community education fairs and offers seedling sales to local residents.

UC IPM is looking for feedback from UC Master Gardener programs to help us determine education and outreach needs on pest management issues. The short 7-question survey will help us focus our efforts and help you better serve your communities. Access the survey at https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.

The UC Master Gardener Program is excited to welcome new Advisors to our community of practice! Each new advisor has assumed the critical role of supporting the academic integrity of the UC Master Gardener Program within their respective county or region.

In October of 2023, at the UC Master Gardener Conference in Tahoe City, Anne Megaro, Director of Government and Community Relations, and I spoke to attendees about the benefits of engaging elected government officials.