ANR Employee News

UC Cooperative Extension of Ventura County hosted a recent workshop examining the intersection of climate change and agriculture which attracted dozens of growers and other engaged member of the public.

UC ANR was well-represented at the World Ag Expo held in Tulare on Feb. 9–11. UC ANR Innovate, Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center and Lindcove REC hosted booths and numerous UC ANR scientists delivered seminars.

This month’s learning opportunities highlight a range of ways to strengthen your work — from Extension methods and inclusive practices to fundraising strategy, conflict competence, giving and receiving feedback, and personal productivity.

Announcement of eight new hires: Ariel Rivers, Ahmed Ayoub, Sara Ohadi, Socorro de Figueiredo, Jennie Lane, Mohammad Maharlooei, Darlene Ruiz and Janine Woods.

Work is underway across UC ANR to address ADA Title II compliance requirements by April 2026.