UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) connects the power of UC research in agriculture, natural resources, nutrition and youth development with local communities to improve the lives of all Californians.
Fuel Their Minds provides opportunities for young children to explore nutrition and physical activity concepts in a fun and interactive way. Through the curriculum, children will make the connection between good nutrition, physical activity and a healthy body.
Intrigued by the microscopic viruses who have spread across our planet? Want to test your investigative skills and help others adapt to this pandemic? Interested in epidemiology (how we can track and prevent the spread of germs and diseases)?
UC Organic Agriculture Institute The UC Organic Agriculture Institute provides research, extension, and education to meet the needs of organic growers in California. California leads the nation in organic agriculture. As demand for organic production continues to expand, there is a pressing need for…
Disasters impact communities across California but UCANR has resources to help, from drought resources for farmers, to building community fire resilience, to helping families know what foods they can eat after a power outage.
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The establishment of an ethical environment and setting the tone at the top of the organization is the most important element of the accountability and control environment.
Are you interested in learning more about Nitrogen Management? Are you a Certified Crop Advisor seeking Continuing Education Units and/or preparing for the new California Nitrogen Specialty Exam? Has your grower clientele asked you if you are eligible to sign off on a Nitrogen Management Plan?
Thanks to all the presenters for sharing their expertise and resources and to the > 150 attendees who chose to spend the day with us! We will be offering the workshop annually and are looking forward to 'seeing' you for the 2021 workshop.
What does a successful land lease arrangement between a ranch owner and a specialty crop farmer actually look like? Join us at Red Hill Ranch in Petaluma for a firsthand look at one family's experience opening their land to farmer tenants — and what it took to make it work.This event is free to attend…
This month’s learning highlights focus on building practical skills that strengthen your impact – from designing engaging online courses for adult learners to navigating key systems and planning for fiscal and program success.
The San Francisco Bay Water Board is hosting a Ranch Water Quality Planning Workshop for enrollees in the Grazing Regulatory Program on Wednesday June 3rd from 1 – 3:30 PM at the Petaluma NRCS Field Office, 5401 Old Redwood Highway, Suite 100. Attendees will learn how to prepare a Ranch Water Quality…
When the exciting news broke today that molecular geneticist and physiologist Joanna Chiu, professor and chair of the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology and a professor in the Department of Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior, is a newly elected Fellow of the American Association…
4-H Youth Development The 4-H Youth Development Program is the nonformal, or experiential, educational youth program, conducted by the University of California Cooperative Extension. The purpose of 4-H Youth Development is to help diverse young people discover and develop their potential and grow into…
Yana Valachovic, UC Cooperative Extension forest advisor, shared her research-based ideas of how to protect homes from wildfire during a panel discussion at a screening of the documentary “Weathered: After the LA Firestorms” in Sacramento.
Thinking about taking your love of gardening to the next level? Come meet Fresno Master Gardeners and find out more about our program. We offer extensive training and provide a variety of volunteer opportunities. Applications for the next training class will be available in May. We'd love to meet…
Small flying insects on and around your citrus, tomato, crepe myrtle, roses, squash, etc., are most likely whiteflies.In addition to clouds of the mature flies, you may also see:Deposits of white wax (with certain species).Tiny nymphs, the immature stage, which are oval, legless and immobile, and can range…
Late March or early April is the end of the spring planting season; roots need to become established before the summer heat.TasksWatch for powdery mildew on susceptible plants. Rotate the fungicide used since the fungus may develop resistance.If citrus has scale, mites or thrips, spray with summer-weight…
KCAO (Kings Community Action Organization) is hosting an Earth Day Block Party onApril 22, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This community event focuses on environmental awareness and sustainability. Stop by the UC Tulare/Kings County Master Gardener booth for some kids activities and don't forget to…
