UC Delivers

UC Delivers is a collection of examples showing how UC ANR is making a difference in California's communities.

UC Delivers is managed by UC ANR Program Planning and Evaluation. For instructions on how to write a UC Delivers Post, click here. For instructions on how to submit a post, you can download this PDF. Please contact Christina Becker at christina.becker@ucop.edu for more information.

Luis Espino, Rice Advisor, standing in a rice field holding weedy rice plants in the air.

California Weedy Rice Research and Extension supports the stability, efficiency, and profitability of agriculture and working landscapes

April 22, 2026

By Whitney B Brim-Deforest, Luis A Espino, Kassim Al-Khatib, Michelle M Leinfelder-Miles

A UCCE program spanning 9 counties and 14,000 surveyed acres is helping CA rice growers fight weedy rice—a threat that can cut yields by 69%—through new science, training, and certified seed rules.

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A group of adult watching another adult demonstrating jerky making.

Far North Master Food Preservers partner with Modoc County CattleWomen to improve food safety and security by teaching beef preservation techniques

April 16, 2026

By Laura K Snell, Laurie Wayne

Far North Master Food Preservers collaborate with Modoc County CattleWomen to address local food system challenges and food insecurity by teaching beef preservation techniques.

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UC Cooperative Extension brings partners together to demonstrate detection dogs for earlier rat detection

March 18, 2026

By Niamh M Quinn, Caroline D Champlin

UC Cooperative Extension partnered with growers and detection dog specialists to demonstrate how trained dogs can identify rat activity and entry points, supporting IPM strategies that reduce rodenticide reliance.

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UCCE partnership maintains important school garden work in times of transition, sustaining programs that benefit student health

March 4, 2026

By Kitty Oppliger

Collaboration with UC Master Gardener Program Volunteers ensures that students will continue to benefit from school gardens in Placer County despite sunsetting of CalFresh Healthy Living program.

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UC Master Gardeners Help to Protect California from Invasive Species

September 30, 2025

By Lauren L Snowden, Melissa G Womack

From tree-mapping to pest education, UC Master Gardeners are helping Californians combat invasive plants and pests through early detection, community science, and statewide partnerships.

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