This week YHEP Instructor, Nicole Hansen shows you how you can grow tomatoes successfully here in the Mojave Desert.

Hansen, N. 2020, Grow Tomatoes in the Mojave Desert, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel

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Farmers Market Gazpacho
Farmers Market Gazpacho
Garlic, cumin, and lemon juice give a zesty flavor to this cold, blended vegetable soup. Cilantro added at the end leaves a refreshing pop of flavor.
Mazzullo, N. 2025, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, Recipes
Somali Summer Salad
Somali Summer Salad
A delicious summer salad to serve when summer vegetables are at their peak. Great with grilled meat, fish, and tofu.
Mazzullo, N. 2025, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, Recipes
Vegetarian Chili
Vegetarian Chili Mazzullo, N. 2025, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, Recipes
Guacamole
Guacamole
Guacamole
Weding, H. 2024, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, Recipes
A picture of squash salad.
Summer Squash Salsa
Summer squash is the secret ingredient in this summer salsa. Make it a meal by adding whole grains.
Extension's Healthy Aging Program 2021, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Newsletter - Healthy LIVING while aging! (2021-08)
 

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Master Gardeners of Nevada

Program trains local gardeners to provide research-based horticulture information to Nevadans

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Master Gardeners of Clark County

Serving Clark, Lincoln and Southern Nye counties gardening needs.

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Youth Horticulture Education Program

Youth Horticulture Education Program is the premier program of horticulture projects that involve youth, families and educators.