ANR News Releases

News releases share the latest updates on Extension activities and impact by scientists and staff across UC Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Almond Robotics, Modular Learning, Inc. team crouch by the Davis Senior High School sign

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Student teams from across California and around the world win Farm Robotics Challenge awards

May 22, 2026

By Kelly D Scott, Michael Hsu

Winners of the fourth annual Farm Robotics Challenge were announced during a livestreamed awards ceremony on May 21. See the winners and watch the recording.

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From left to right in front of MOU banner, Minister Nuria Montserrat, Director Erik Porse, Catalonian President Salvador Illa, Vice President Glenda Humiston and Director Vincenc Acunador

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UC ANR, Catalonian research institute to partner on water sustainability, resilience

May 19, 2026

By Michael Hsu

UC ANR welcomed a delegation from Catalonia, Spain, led by Catalonian President Salvador Illa, for the signing of an agreement to boost research collaboration.

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A farm robotics team stands in front of a backdrop that reads Hartnell College

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Student innovators take center stage at Farm Robotics Challenge Awards on May 21

May 14, 2026

By Kelly D Scott

The fourth annual Farm Robotics Challenge will announce its winners during a live awards ceremony on May 21. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube.

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Leonel Jimenez (center) smiles with the potato variety trial team as potatoes are displayed on burlap sacks on the grass

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UC Cooperative Extension moves to area director model to better serve California

May 15, 2026

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

To allow its scientists to focus on research and extension, UC ANR has been transitioning to regional administrative leadership of its UC Cooperative Extension offices across the state.

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Mexican fruit flies land on a grapefruit

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New report: Rising tide of invasive pests requires dynamic, resilient, comprehensive system

May 11, 2026

By Michael Hsu

The Comprehensive Pest Prevention Program Analysis offers extensive proof of the value and effectiveness of California's efforts to prevent and address pest incursions.

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