Plumas-Sierra Community Food Council

05/06/2026

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05/05/2026

Zucchini doesn’t thrive in empty, bare soil—it actually performs better when surrounded by the right companion plants. The space under its wide leaves can be used smartly to boost growth, attract pollinators, fight pests, and protect the soil—all while your zucchini spreads and produces. 🌱
Nasturtium works as a trap crop, pulling squash bugs and aphids away from your zucchini.
Marigold releases a strong scent that helps repel pests like squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and aphids.
Borage brings in pollinators, increasing flower fertilization and improving fruit production.
Radish loosens compact soil with its deep roots and is harvested before zucchini takes over the space.
Bush beans naturally add nitrogen to the soil, feeding heavy-producing zucchini plants all season.
Garlic acts as a natural antifungal, helping prevent powdery mildew on leaves.
Oregano spreads as a low-growing mat, repelling pests while tolerating shade from large zucchini leaves.
Dill attracts beneficial insects like lacewings and parasitic wasps that control pests.
Calendula not only adds color but also draws helpful insects to your garden.
Sweet alyssum creates a fragrant ground cover that attracts predatory insects and tiny wasps.
Lettuce grows quickly in the partial shade under zucchini, giving you an extra harvest.
Thyme forms a dense, aromatic layer that suppresses weeds and helps deter vine borers.
Planting smart companions beneath sprawling crops like zucchini means more food from the same space—and far fewer pest problems. 🌿

05/05/2026

Lost Sierra Food Project invites all new and returning volunteers for its Rugged Roots Farm in Quincy to attend at least one upcoming farm tour and

05/05/2026

Community Day & Farmers Market on Wednesday!

Join us for a Community Day & Farmers Market celebration on Wed, May 6 from 11am - 2pm on the upper green in front of the Perch. This year will feature a slip-and-slide station, so please plan accordingly 🌊

There will also be games, music, loads of fresh produce and other local goods that are all FREE for students!

This is an event you will not want to miss out on! The fun begins at 11am on Wednesday. See you there, Golden Eagles 😎

05/05/2026

Some vegetables are much happier when the soil matches how they grow 🥕 Here’s an easy way to think about it:
🥕 Sandy soil works well for carrots and radishes
🥦 Clay soil can grow heavy feeders, but add compost first
🍅 Loam is great for tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers
🥬 Silty soil can be nice for leafy greens if it doesn’t compact
My tip is to improve the soil you already have instead of starting over. Compost fixes a lot over time.

05/05/2026

05/05/2026