The Stanislaus Sprout

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September is for Composting!

August 30, 2022
By Anne E Schellman
Curious about composting but not sure where to start? Tried composting in the past but gave up for various reasons?
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More than Honey Bees

August 23, 2022
When you see bees in your garden, you likely see primarily European honeybees, who are crucially important to the Central Valley's agriculture since honeybees pollinate 90% our almond crop.
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Buy it Where You Burn It!

August 4, 2022
By Anne E Schellman
Planning a camping trip? One item you can leave off your packing list is firewood. The slogan, Buy it Where You Burn it! is a catchy reminder to purchase firewood at your destination. By bringing wood from home, you can unknowingly spread invasive pests and diseases that can harm trees.
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