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Experience the Joy of Farm Life at Cal Poly Pomona's Petting Farm!

Are you ready to embark on a delightful adventure that promises fun for the whole family? Look no further than the Petting Farm at Cal Poly Pomona ! Nestled in the picturesque landscape of the university's Agriscapes, this charming farm offers an unforgettable experience that allows visitors to connect with nature and adorable animals.

From playful goats to friendly sheep, the Petting Farm is home to various lovable creatures eagerly awaiting your visit. Imagine the excitement on your children's faces as they interact with these gentle animals, learning about their habits and personalities firsthand. It's a hands-on learning experience that sparks curiosity and fosters a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the natural world.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming events on   Saturday, April 13  and  Saturday, June 8 from 10 am - 1 pm !   Admission is $4 for guests three and older , and children under three years of age are free with a paid adult. Don't forget to purchase feed cups for $3.00 each to enhance your experience with our furry friends.

After enjoying the Petting Farm , be sure to stop by the Farm Store , where you can purchase fresh produce, homemade jams, and other delightful goodies to take home with you.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, an animal lover, or simply looking for a wholesome family activity, the Petting Farm at Cal Poly Pomona has something for everyone. 

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Historical Open House at Kellogg House is provided free to the public on the first Sunday of each month, October-April, in conjunction with the Kellogg Arabian Horse Shows. Free self-guided tours are open to the public from noon to 2:00 p.m. Historical Open House is temporarily unavailable due to COVID-19.

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Home + garden, home + garden | 16 southern california plant and garden events in 2024, from seminars to sales, here’s what’s going on in the new year.

A new year is blooming! For gardeners, that means another chance to try new plants, break out new tools and learn new skills – and there are plenty of events to help them get a head start.

From sales promising unique tomatoes in a rainbow of colors to educational classes on native plants, Southern California will have plenty of events all year long.

Here’s a sampling.

The Plants of Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park 

Where: 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 

When: 7:30 a.m., Jan. 18

Would you like a crash course in native Orange County plants? Plant experts Rebecca Crowe of UC Irvine, Michael Simpson of San Diego State University and Ron Venderhoff of the Orange County chapter of the California Native Plant Society)will discuss how the UC Irvine Herbarium and CNPS are inventorying the plants growing in the Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains. Participants will not only learn about the hundreds of plant species at the park but also about how they can get involved with the research. People who can’t attend the meeting can register and attend a Zoom session . 

The Seasonally Flooded Alkali Wetlands of Western Riverside County 

Where: 4500 Glenwood Drive, Riverside 

When: 10 a.m., Jan. 20 

Riverside County residents who want to learn more about their native flora can attend this talk by Fred Roberts, a former botanist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Roberts will discuss the alkali wetlands of Riverside County that are located along the San Jacinto River. He’ll go over the history of the area, the vegetation, past impacts and current threats. Roberts’ talk is one of multiple events planned by the Riverside-San Bernardino chapter of the California Native Plant Society. The chapter will hold presentations at 10 a.m. every third Saturday of the month and more information about future programs can be found by visiting its website. 

Theodore Payne Foundation Winter Plant Sale  

Where: 10459 Tuxford Street, Sun Valley 

When: Jan. 30 – Feb. 3 

Information: theodorepayne.org

The Theodore Payne Foundation, which seeks to educate the public on native plants and the role they play in Southern California ecology, will have its first plant sale of the year at its nursery beginning Jan. 30. The sale will give visitors the first glimpse of the annuals the foundation will offer for the season. 

Native and waterwise plant workshop 

Where: 4594 San Bernardino Street, Montclair 

When: 9 a.m. – noon, Feb. 10

Information: cbwcd.org 

“Choosing, Purchasing, & Planting Waterwise & Native Plants,” a free class at the Chino Basin Water Conservation District’s Waterwise Community Center in Montclair, will go over topics such as how to choose plants for a landscape and where to find them; how to select for healthy plants; and how to keep them healthy as they get established. 

OC Home & Garden Show 

Where: 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa 

When: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Feb. 24 and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Feb. 25

Cost: Event is free; parking is $12

Information: thebesthomeshow.com

At this OC Fair & Event Center garden show, visitors can learn about topics such as farm-to-table gardening, attend DIY seminars and win hourly prizes. 

Food preservation workshop 

Where: OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa

When: March 9 

Information: ocfair.com 

Looking for a way to store your garden produce for months to come once it’s ready? The OC Fair & Event Center has a class for that. The event “Centennial Farm Workshop: Make it, take it” will have University of California Cooperative Extension experts teaching participants how to preserve their own food. The $40 fee covers ingredients, handouts and two half-pint canning jars. Knives will be provided, but guests can bring their own if they desire.

Tomatomania 

Where : Roger’s Gardens, 2301 San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona Del Mar 

When : March 1-10

Information: tomatomania.com  

Tomatomania is a tomato sale featuring more than 300 varieties of heirloom and hybrid tomatoes as well as fertilizer, stakes, pots and other tools. The sale – which travels to a handful of locations throughout Southern California –  kicks off at Roger’s Gardens before moving on. 

Other dates and locations: 

March 8-9, The Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Drive, El Cajon

March 8-10, Fig Earth Supply, 3577 Figueroa Street, Highland Park 

March 9-10, Mission Hills Nursery, 1525 Fort Stockton Drive, San Diego 

March 14-16, Otto & Sons Nursery, 1835 Guiberson Rd., Fillmore 

March 22-24, Tapia Brothers Farm, 5251 Hayvenhurst Ave., Encino

20th Annual Theodore Payne Native Plant and Garden Tour

Tomatozania

Where : Cal Poly Pomona Nursery, 4102 S. University Drive, Pomona

When : Sale begins March 16

Information :  calpolypomonanursery.com

This plant sale will feature more than 200 tomato varieties as well as spring vegetables and herbs.

When : April 6

The Cal Poly Pomona Farm Store Nursery will once again have its massive fruit tree sale. In the past, selections have included a wide assortment of stone fruit such as plums, pluots and cherries as well as fruiting shrubs and vines.

UC Riverside Botanic Gardens spring plant sale 

Where: Online

When: April 6 for members; April 7 for non-members 

Information: gardens.ucr.edu 

If you want to skip the crowds and enjoy the ease of online shopping, the UC Riverside Botanic Gardens will have its spring plant sale online in early April. The sale selection will include plants that have been propagated from the Botanical Garden’s own collection as well as from local vendors. The list of plants includes cacti, succulents and pollinator-attracting species, according to the Botanic Garden’s website. Sale customers will order their plants on the website and pick them up at the Botanic Gardens at a later date. 

Pepperzania 

When : 10 a.m., April 13.

Information : calpolypomonanursery.com

This plant sale will feature 150 varieties of pepper. The list includes classic heat-bringers such as jalapeno, serrano and Hatch as well as sweet varieties. There will also be vegetable and herb plants for sale.

21st Annual Theodore Payne Native Plant and Garden Tour

Where: Multiple Los Angeles County locations 

When: April 13 and 14 

Cost: $50 for members; $55 for non-members

Information: nativeplantgardentour.org

This event typically lets participants take a self-guided tour of at least a couple dozen native plant gardens over two days. Tickets give visitors access to all sites and include a printed guide and driving directions. Tickets are not yet available, but will go up on nativeplantgardentour.org . 

Veggiepalooza Edible Plant Sale 

Where: 1900 Associated Rd., Fullerton    

When: 12-4 p.m. April 18; 12-4 p.m. April 19; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., April 20

Information: fullertonarboretum.org

This Cal State Fullerton sale typically features hundreds of plants, including tomatoes, peppers, herbs and melons.  Arboretum members can preorder their plants and pick them up on any of the three sale days.  How about some handmade swag to go with that heirloom tomato plant? On April 18, the first day of Veggiepalooza, there will also be a Garden Flea Market event featuring CSUF student-made items. 

Laguna Beach Garden Club Gate and Garden Tour

Where: The tour starts at the Laguna Beach County Water District, 306 3rd Street, Laguna Beach

When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., May 4

Cost: $60-$80 

Information: lagunabeachgardenclub.org

Participants in this event will be transported by bus to a set of gardens in Laguna Beach Neighborhoods. There will be free homemade baked goods and refreshments, as well as Mexican food and margaritas available for purchase. 

National Heirloom Exposition

Where: 10 W Harbor Blvd. , Ventura 

When: Sept. 10-12

Information: theheirloomexpo.com

This will be the 11th edition of the National Heirloom Exposition, but the second year the event returns to Southern California offering all things heirloom. Gardeners will be able to trade seed packets with one another during seed swap events that will run from 3-6 p.m. on each of the three days; listen to talks on topics such as sustainable agriculture and healthy eating; visit an expo hall and shop from vendors. The event will also feature a judged heirloom poultry show perfect for animal lovers.

Theodore Payne Foundation fall plant sale

When: Likely October or November 

The Theodore Payne Foundation’s biggest sale of the year is expected to take place in either October or November. The sale is meant to coincide with the end of the summer dry season and the beginning of the planting season for native plants. The foundation is encouraging people to join its email list for more information on the sale and its other events. The sign-up can be found at the bottom of its website. 

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Mary Holz-Clause, Dean Lisa A. Kessler, Associate Dean

As the founding college of the University, instruction in the College of Agriculture is offered in eight majors leading to the Bachelor of Science degree.  There are five Master of Science subplans offered in Agricultural Science, Animal Science, Nutrition and Food Science, Plant Science and Irrigation Science.

The College of Agriculture prepares students for careers in a wide variety of positions throughout the agricultural, food, apparel/textile industries, environment, science, and healthcare fields.  Careers can be found in business, industry, education, conservation, recreation, specialized services, governmental work, as well as production.  Positions can vary from technical and analytical to creative and entrepreneurial.  Career opportunities for men and women are numerous with many being relatively unknown a few years ago.  Challenging occupations exist at both the domestic and international level, especially for individuals with dual language skills.  Students from rural and urban communities will find a broad spectrum of opportunities that suit their interests and abilities.

The Agriculture Industry

The agriculture industry serves the State by generating food for the U.S. and the world.  While less than two percent of California’s population now lives and works on the farm, approximately 80,500 farming businesses produce food worth $44.7 billion and well over $100 billion in processing, packaging and distribution of the food supply.  Agriculture graduates find careers in areas such as production, research, biotechnology, governmental regulation, environment and natural resource management, water management, golf course management, and education.

The Food Industry

The Southern California food industry provides an ever increasing number of job opportunities for graduates.  Careers can be found in areas such as nutrition science, dietetics, food chemistry, food processing, sensory evaluation, product development, food management, food marketing, food safety, and culinology.  Nutrition science and dietetics is a pathway for many students pursuing graduate programs in the medical and healthcare fields.

The Apparel Industry

The California apparel sector is the largest and most dynamic in the United States.  Los Angeles is a major international fashion hub, containing many top apparel brands and retail groups. Career opportunities are diverse, embracing buying, designing, product development, production, visual merchandising, store operations management, and brand marketing.  Employers vary from global corporations to young entrepreneurial businesses, drawn from across the manufacturing, retailing, textile, and design technology/consulting services sectors of the industry.

Facilities for Animal Science, Animal Health Science, and Plant Science

Facilities on or near the campus make possible practical laboratories for the various majors. The university farm consists of fertile soils typical of the southern California area with enough variation in soil type and climate to give students broad experience.  Over 700 acres of university owned land are available for pastures, crops, groves, and ornamental plantings.  Animal production flocks and herds are maintained for undergraduate instruction and graduate research.

Facilities for Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science and Technology 

Classrooms and laboratories are housed in Building 7.  Laboratories include sophisticated testing and research equipment for numerous faculty and student research and projects in nutrition and product development.

Facilities for Apparel Merchandising and Management

Classrooms and laboratories are housed in Building 45.  Laboratory space includes computer labs with apparel industry specific software in patternmaking, product development, and retail buying.  A senior production lab and a senior retail showroom are used for the production students AM2 line of clothing and the retail activity ApparelScapes.

Academic Programs

Majors Agribusiness and Food Industry Management B.S.  Agricultural Science (Education) B.S. Animal Health Science B.S. Animal Science B.S.       with subplans in Animal Industries Management; and Pre-Veterinary Science/Graduate School Apparel Merchandising and Management B.S.      with subplans in Apparel Production and Fashion Retailing Foods and Nutrition B.S.      with subplans in Dietetics and Nutrition Science Food Science and Technology B.S. Plant Science B.S.

Minors Agribusiness and Food Industry Management Agronomy Animal Science Culinology® Environmental Health Specialist Fashion Merchandising Food Safety Foods and Nutrition Food Science and Technology International Agricultural Business Management Landscape Irrigation Design Ornamental Horticulture Pest Management Soil Science

Certificates Landscape Irrigation Design

Credentials Agricultural Specialist, Agriculture Single Subject (in Ag. Science)

Master of Science in Agriculture       with subplans in Agricultural Science (Agricultural Education), Animal                                   Science, Nutrition and Food Science, Plant Science,                                   and Irrigation Science

Departments

Dean’s Office Building 2, Room 216 (909) 869-2200 (909) 869-4454 and 869-4074 fax (888) 2DAYS AG (toll free) E-mail: [email protected] www.cpp.edu/~agri

Graduate Programs Building 2, Room 212 (909) 869-3637 Harmit Singh, College Graduate Programs Coordinator [email protected]

University Advancement College of Agriculture Reginald Clause, Director of Development (909) 979-5676 [email protected]

Development Office Building 220, Room B-223 (909) 869-5471 Kristen Daley, Development Director [email protected]

Recruitment and Retention Office Building 2, Room 114 (909) 869-2869 Rhonda Ostrowski, Recruitment and Retention Coordinator [email protected]

Agricultural Science (Education) Building 2, Room 209 (909) 869-2214 Valerie Mellano, Interim Chair [email protected]

Animal and Veterinary Sciences Building 2, Room 123 (909) 869-2216 Broc Sandelin, Chair [email protected]

Apparel Merchandising and Management Building 45, Room 152 (909) 869-3377 Peter Kilduff, Chair [email protected]

Agribusiness, Food Industry Management, and Agriculture Education Building 2, Room 209 (909) 869-2214 Valerie Mellano, Interim Chair [email protected]

Human Nutrition and Food Science Building 7, Room 110 (909) 869-2226 Martin F. Sancho-Madriz, Chair [email protected]

Plant Science Building 2, Room 209 (909) 869-2214 Valerie Mellano, Chair [email protected]

College of Agriculture Programs

Agricultural research institute (ari).

The College of Agriculture is an active participant in the State’s Agricultural Research Institute (ARI). The program provides public funds that are matched “dollar for dollar” with industry and governmental agency resources to support food and agricultural research. Using university facilities, the faculty, technical staff, and students are able to conduct funded research targeted to improve the economic efficiency, productivity, profitability, and sustainability of California agriculture and allied industries.

California Agricultural Leadership Program

Cal Poly Pomona, through the College of Agriculture, is one of four universities in the state which participate in the California Agricultural Leadership Program. Under the auspices of the Agricultural Education Foundation, the Program consists of a series of seminars and travel experiences designed to broaden the perspectives of selected mid-career agricultural professionals who have demonstrated leadership potential. Participants complete the program with a greater capacity to accept leadership responsibility in any part of society. For more information, contact the Dean of the College of Agriculture.

Special Programs for Agriculture Students

Ag recruitment.

The College of Agriculture has developed an ongoing outreach program for prospective students from both high schools and community colleges. Students, faculty and staff regularly visit southern California schools to talk to students, parents and teachers about attending college, studying a wide range of programs offered by the College and attending Cal Poly Pomona. Our Ag Recruitment Office also provides campus tours and pre-admission counseling, as well as serving as a contact point for new and prospective students. For assistance, please call Ag Recruitment at (909) 869-2869.

Agriculture Educational Enhancement Services (AGREES)

AGREES is a college-based program designed to improve the retention and graduation rate of students enrolled in the College of Agriculture. AGREES provides faculty and peer interaction as well as a variety of support services to assist students in their academic pursuits at Cal Poly Pomona.

Cooperative Education

The College of Agriculture commenced a cooperative education program with industry, business and government during the fall quarter, 1978. This program is designed to provide alternating periods of full-time study and full-time work. It is expected that each student in the co-op education program will spend a total of four quarters over a three-year period gaining work experience. For these four quarters of experience the student will receive 16 units of academic credit.

The co-op education program will:

• Provide the opportunity for the student to gain experience in agricultural production, agribusiness, agricultural research, and/or government. This experience should stimulate the student’s interest in those areas of academic instruction that relate to the newly acquired experience.
• Provide students with the opportunity to evaluate alternative careers.
• Provide an opportunity for students to earn a salary which will enable them to attend school full-time during alternating quarters.
• Provide an opportunity for prospective employers to get acquainted with co-op students.

More information may be obtained from the Office of the Dean of Agriculture and/or the University’s Career Center.

Student Enterprise Projects

Students in the College of Agriculture are provided an opportunity to learn the interrelated skills involved in the production of a crop or animal project by means of the Student Enterprise Project experience. This supervised work program allows the student to utilize College of Agriculture facilities and equipment, along with financing provided through the Cal Poly Pomona Foundation. All aspects of project design, initiation and completion are developed by the student in consultation with the supervising faculty member. In addition to valuable experiential learning, the student is able to share in the profits generated by the project. Interested students should see their department chair for further information.

Student Organizations and Activities

Students in the College of Agriculture have the opportunity to become involved with many different types of student organizations, whether it be for a specific major or for a team that competes intercollegiately. Organizations offer students the opportunity to meet informally with students and faculty outside of the class room and to network with alumni and industry representatives. Students are encouraged to broaden their college experience by joining one of the following student organizations: Ag Ambassadors, Agricultural Biology Club, Agricultural Council, Agricultural Education Club, Animal Health Science and Technology Association, Apparel Merchandising & Management Association, Collegiate FFA, Equestrian Drill Team, Fashion Society, Food Science Society, Food Marketing Association, Foods and Nutrition Forum, Golf Course Superintendents Association of America Club, Horse Show Team, Crops, Livestock, and Soils Judging Teams, Livestock Show Teams, Los Rancheros, Los Robles, Peer Advisors, Phi Upsilon Omicron, Pre-Vet Club and Rodeo Club. In addition to student organizations, there are many opportunities for students to work or volunteer for the farm, livestock units, nursery, farm store, and horse center.

College Of Agriculture Orientation Proficiency

All students majoring in academic programs offered by the College of Agriculture must be acquainted with program opportunities, academic skills and proficiencies, and knowledge of academic support entities which are necessary for a successful college career. All new students entering the College of Agriculture can demonstrate these abilities by either completing AG 100 or by having completed 36 quarter units, prior to admission, of college level course work from an accredited college or university. New students entering the College of Agriculture with less than 36 quarter units completed, must enroll in AG 100 within three quarters of college residency. New students are encouraged to take AG 100 their first quarter of residency.

Other Courses

Animal and Veterinary Science

• •  Animal Health Science, B.S.: 180 units
• •  Animal Science, B.S. - Animal Industries Management Subplan/Option: 180 units
• •  Animal Science, B.S. - Pre-Veterinary Science/Graduate School Subplan/Option: 180 units
• •  Animal Science Minor
• •  Agriculture, M.S. - Animal Science Subplan/Option

Apparel Merchandising and Management

• •  Apparel Merchandising and Management, B.S. - Apparel Production Subplan/Option: 180 units
• •  Apparel Merchandising and Management, B.S. - Fashion Retailing Subplan/Option: 180 units
• •  Fashion Merchandising Minor

Agribusiness, Food Industry Management, and Agricultural Science

• •  Agribusiness and Food Industry Management, B.S.: 180 units
• •  Agricultural Science, B.S.:180 units
• •  Agribusiness and Food Industry Management Minor
• •  International Agricultural Business Management Minor
• •  Agriculture, M.S. - Agricultural Science Subplan/Option

Human Nutrition and Food Science

• •  Food Science and Technology, B.S.: 180 units
• •  Foods and Nutrition, B.S. - Dietetics Subplan/Option: 180 units
• •  Foods and Nutrition, B.S. - Nutrition Science Subplan/Option: 180 units
• •  Culinology® Minor
• •  Food Safety Minor
• •  Food Science and Technology Minor
• •  Foods and Nutrition Minor
• •  Agriculture, M.S. - Nutrition and Food Science Subplan/Option

Plant Science

• •  Plant Science, B.S.: 180 units
• •  Agronomy Minor
• •  Landscape Irrigation Design Minor
• •  Ornamental Horticulture Minor
• •  Pest Management Minor
• •  Soil Science Minor
• •  Agriculture, M.S. - Irrigation Science Subplan/Option
• •  Agriculture, M.S. - Plant Science Subplan/Option

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Students Take a Walk on the Wild Side

BY LAUREN MCEWEN , third-year agricultural communication major

Entering a small barn with windows open to shed natural light, students step into antiseptic foot baths and diligently wash their hands before greeting the tortoises. The leopard tortoise colony expands the Learn by Doing species experience to meet the diverse and evolving interests of Cal Poly students. More than 40 animal science undergraduates participate in the program annually, many of whom go on to provide care to the more than 750,000 animals in facilities accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Cal Poly’s program stands unrivaled by any other university in the United States for its student-led animal care and research elements. Through the course, students learn to manage long-term animal care including practicing observational skills, using the metric system, developing a detail-oriented work ethic and working as a team to provide consistent, quality care for the tortoises.

RESEARCH AND STUDENT INVOLVEMENT

Leopard tortoises, whose natural habitat is on the savanna in southern Africa, are not well documented. Research done on the colony at Cal Poly has paved the way for improved nutrition, as students have conducted studies on the composition, as well as flavor, color and aroma of feed with these animals. These findings were shared with Purina, which then developed an exotic animal feed through its Mazuri line. Products produced through these collaborations have now been on the market for more than 10 years and are used by professional animal care specialists in zoos and aquariums globally.

The tortoises have also served a critical purpose since relocating to Cal Poly – providing a pathway into animal agriculture for students eager to learn but without past experience. The program promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, with students partnering with computer science students to improve data collection and engineering students on facility enhancements.

Edwards noted that there is a demographic shift in the types of students coming to Cal Poly, reflective of the adaptations happening across the agriculture industry. “We aren’t getting as many students coming from family farms anymore, but rather, students who come from big cities without much experience in animal care,” he said. “The tortoises are a gateway into animal care because they are very forgiving and easily approachable and are helping newer students from diverse backgrounds comfortably gain experience and confidence.”Maya Tjan, a second-year animal science major, serves as the tortoise colony student manager coordinating student schedules, animal care, as well as topics related to facilities, equipment and supplies. She said that the skills she has gained are applicable to other jobs on and off campus. Because management of the colony is done within a small group, she has learned how to “efficiently communicate with others the standard procedures of animal care.”

Every Thursday, the students meet at the unit to meticulously weigh and measure each tortoise. The students work in assembly line fashion, taking great care in handling the tortoises. They record each measurement, from the animal’s length to the width of individual scales on the carapace (shell) called scutes, as a part of the research and data collection on the colony.

Austin Tinsley, a first-year animal science major, said that despite only having experience with domestic dogs and cats, he specifically expressed interest in exotic animals when coming to Cal Poly. One of the most valuable aspects of the enterprise for him included developing a schedule and consistency in management, measurements and atmosphere. “For me, it is very relaxing to spend time with the animals and I find it very enjoyable to work with them," he said. "It’s a really nice introduction to the enterprise system at Cal Poly.”

ALUMNI ATTEST TO VALUE OF LEARNING ABOUT EXOTIC ANIMALS

Zoos and aquariums where Cal Poly graduates now work are reaping the benefits of the Learn by Doing facet of the leopard tortoise enterprise.

At the San Diego Zoo, Zoe Strachan-Payne (Animal Science, ’18) works as a wildlife care specialist in the Safari Park. There, “the wildlife in my care travel all over the park participating in a variety of programs and events and serve as ambassadors for their species,” she said. Since starting her position at the zoo, “everything I’ve done in the past assists me every day.”

I learned about following standard operating procedure protocols, providing enrichment and the general husbandry of an exotic species—things I do every day at work now. I also got a chance to see how research projects run alongside the husbandry of the species which I’ve experienced in my career.” — Zoe Strachan-Payne (Animal Science, ’18), wildlife care  specialist at the San Diego Zoo

Strachan-Payne said that her time at Cal Poly, especially with the tortoise colony, opened her heart to working with exotic animals as a profession. While the leopard tortoises were her first encounter with exotic animals, she says she appreciated how Edwards runs the program as a zoo husbandry team would. “I learned about following standard operating procedure protocols, providing enrichment and the general husbandry of an exotic species, things I do every day at work now,” Strachan-Payne said. “I also got a chance to see how research projects run alongside the husbandry of the species which I’ve experienced in my career.”

She credits her Cal Poly degree with supporting her through challenges and team decisions at the Safari Park, all which began in a similar environment under Edwards' direction. “My education from Cal Poly allows me to work more effectively with these teams and understand the decisions they help us make for the care of our wildlife,” she said.

Alumna Xana Luehs (Animal Science, ‘18), works as an animal care specialist at the Oakland Zoo. Participating in the reptile husbandry enterprise was a highlight of her time at Cal Poly. “I enjoyed it so much that I even came back and helped out during breaks when other students were out of town. It was the epitome of Learn by Doing in all aspects,” she said.

The skills she learned during her time at Cal Poly directly transferred to many of her duties as an animal keeper, Luehs said. “A lot of what I do every day at work, I had already began building a foundation for during my time with the tortoises at Cal Poly, and for that, I am forever grateful.”Edwards recently launched a $500,000 fundraising campaign to build a new on-campus facility for the tortoises as part of the new Animal Health Center, which is slated to open in fall 2025.

Enhancing their living conditions, such as imitating their natural savanna with native plants and adding heated surfaces to suit their ectothermic bodies, will increase their quality of life and longevity, and therefore the efficacy the students experience alongside them, he said.

Edwards hopes the new location will one day benefit the local community as a learning opportunity which extends beyond the classroom and campus. “Even the most timid student warms up to an unassuming animal,” he said.

To learn more about donating to the project, contact Tim Northrop, senior director of development, at [email protected] or by calling 805-801-6662

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Baby horses arrive at Cal Poly Pomona's Arabian Horse Center

Apr. 5—It's baby season at Cal Poly Pomona where two new foals have arrived and one more is expected to come later this month.

This spring, three Arabian foals will be born at the W.K Kellogg Arabian Horse Center, continuing the 99-year legacy of breeding Arabian horses in Pomona, according to a news release from the college. Two colts "Declan" and "Julio" are two weeks old and one week old, respectively. The third foal is due within two weeks.

W.K. Kellogg donated the Arabian Horse Center and his former ranch to the state of California in 1932 with the stipulation that the Arabian breeding program and Sunday horse shows be maintained, according to the Cal Poly Pomona website. The ranch was turned over to the California State University system in 1949 and became home to what would become Cal Poly Pomona.

The Arabian Horse Center is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Sunday horse shows are generally held at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of each month, weather permitting.

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No, Mexican food is not your latest TikTok trend

By Noemi Orozco Apr. 9, 2024

Growing up Mexican-American, my culture taught me to abide by the three F’s: familia, fabuloso and food.

Although I enjoy spending quality time with my family and have learned to appreciate the lavender-scented household cleaner as an adult, the plethora of food rooted in my country’s culture has always been the most vital connection to my Latinx identity. However, this wasn’t always the case, as I once tried to trade my culture for Lunchables.

Fast-forward to the rise of TikTok, where more than 600,000 videos fall under #MexicanFood on the app. According to a 2022 study by Datassential , Mexican food is now the most favored cuisine among millennials and Gen Z.

I am relieved that food shaming seems almost non-existent for Latinx food brought into the cafeteria. Still, as I scroll through countless videos to find recipes for authentic Mexican dishes, I am met with misrepresentations of the food I was once shamed for eating made by non-Latinx chefs.

If Latinx food continues to fall victim to cultural food appropriation, how would the origins of our food be remembered by future generations?

A notable example of the internet’s obsession with modifying Mexican meals comes from birria. Initially a stew made from slow-cooked goat meat and dried red chilies, the dish has undergone a heap of transformations. For example, foodies on social media have turned the steamy dish into cheesy tacos, pizza and ramen. Popular American-style Mexican fast-food restaurants like Del Taco and Taco Bell also joined in on the trend by implementing birria on their menus, substituting the traditional goat meat for beef or chicken.

In Mexican culture, the meal is a staple for family events and is typically served at weddings, quinceañeras and important holidays such as Christmas Eve. The flavorful stew leaves no room for unnecessary changes and is the main course alongside corn tortillas, Mexican rice, onion, cilantro and lime.

According to mashed.com , Birria’s history dates to the 16th century when the Spanish Conquistadors first arrived in Mexico and introduced goats to the state of Jalisco. The goat population rapidly took over the farmlands and ate much of the crops and seeds the natives relied on for food, leading them to famine.

As the Conquistadors grew unfond of the expansive livestock because of its gamey texture and pungent smell, they decided to give the animals to natives. Without shame, the people of Jalisco used native spices and Indigenous cooking methods to create the iconic stew we know today. The Spanish continued to look down upon the dish, deriving the name “birria,” a derogatory slang meaning “worthless” and “useless.”

Birria is more than a food fad; it is a testament to my culture’s perseverance, determination and resilience when faced with neglect.

Without shying away from her Latinx roots, Cal Poly Pomona student Domiana Almusleh embraces her culture by adding flavors she grew up on to her family-owned boba and coffee shop menu, such as mangonada. Also known as a chamoyada, the frozen drink combines ripe mangoes and chamoy sauce and is topped with Mexican spice seasoning Tajín.

“We wanted to add it to our menu to cater to a diverse customer base,” said Almusleh. “The drink lets us add authenticity to our shop and showcase our Mexican heritage.”

Moreover, Mexican classics’ names are being swapped out for more Americanized vernacular.

For example, the grocery store chain Trader Joe’s ripped off beloved Mexican chip brand Takis by overcomplicating the name to Chili & Lime-Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips. The gentrified rendition repackages their item as “healthy” to make something new from the beloved Latinx snack.

Across online recipe blogs, “Mexican street corn salad” is a direct copy of esquites, corn mixed with mayonnaise ,cotija cheese, lime juice and chili powder sold by my local elotero.

And don’t get me started on the chamoy pickle. As seen on TikTok, the infamous bright red pickle is exactly what it sounds like: a dill pickle dipped in spicy chamoy juice. Those curious enough to try the viral combination can buy a chamoy pickle kit from online candy shops, including the pickle itself, Mexican sweets to stuff the pickle with and a fruit roll-up to wrap it altogether.

A nightmare for Red40 avoiders and a mindless trend for TikTok users, the pickle’s intricate taste has garnered excessive reactions from non-Latinx creators on the app and in a handful of videos pokes fun at the Mexican additions.

No, I am not saying other cultures cannot indulge in Latinx food, as I also appreciate meals from cultures outside my own. However, we should respect and learn about the culture we profit from when doing so.

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Will it be easy to find my way in the Moscow Metro? It is a question many visitors ask themselves before hitting the streets of the Russian capital. As metro is the main means of transport in Moscow – fast, reliable and safe – having some skills in using it will help make your visit more successful and smooth. On top of this, it is the most beautiful metro in the world !

. There are over 220 stations and 15 lines in the Moscow Metro. It is open from 6 am to 1 am. Trains come very frequently: during the rush hour you won't wait for more than 90 seconds! Distances between stations are quite long – 1,5 to 2 or even 3 kilometers. Metro runs inside the city borders only. To get to the airport you will need to take an onground train - Aeroexpress.

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Paper ticket A fee is fixed and does not depend on how far you go. There are tickets for a number of trips: 1, 2 or 60 trips; or for a number of days: 1, 3 days or a month. Your trips are recorded on a paper ticket. Ifyou buy a ticket for several trips you can share it with your traveling partner passing it from one to the other at the turnstile.

On every station there is cashier and machines (you can switch it to English). Cards and cash are accepted. 1 trip - 55 RUB 2 trips - 110 RUB

Tickets for 60 trips and day passes are available only at the cashier's.

60 rides - 1900 RUB

1 day - 230 RUB 3 days - 438 RUB 30 days - 2170 RUB.

The cheapest way to travel is buying Troyka card . It is a plastic card you can top up for any amount at the machine or at the ticket office. With it every trip costs 38 RUB in the metro and 21 RUB in a bus. You can get the card in any ticket office. Be prepared to leave a deposit of 50 RUB. You can get it back returning the card to the cashier.

SamsungPay, ApplePay and PayPass cards.

One turnstile at every station accept PayPass and payments with phones. It has a sticker with the logos and located next to the security's cabin.

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At the platfrom you will see one of these signs.

It indicates the line you are at now (line 6), shows the direction train run and the final stations. Numbers below there are of those lines you can change from this line.

In trains, stations are announced in Russian and English. In newer trains there are also visual indication of there you are on the line.

To change lines look for these signs. This one shows the way to line 2.

There are also signs on the platfrom. They will help you to havigate yourself. (To the lines 3 and 5 in this case). 

About Us We've Come A Long Way Since 2001!

AGRIscapes was created in 2001 as an Educational Outreach branch of the Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture at Cal Poly Pomona. Located West of the main campus on Temple Avenue, AGRIscapes occupies 20 acres of farmland and facilities. Included are the Visitor Center with space available for meetings, workshops and small conferences, The Farm Store at Kellogg Ranch which sells produce grown on campus along with other food items and a large greenhouse complex used for production and research. Each year AGRIscapes hosts thousands of school children on field trips to our Children’s Garden and Petting Farm along with tours of the Center

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