Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties

Welcome to UCCE Sutter-Yuba

The UCCE Sutter–Yuba Counties team connects our community with practical, research-based support from the University of California. We work with local farmers, families, youth, and residents to provide trusted information in agriculture, natural resources, home gardening, nutrition, and 4-H youth development. Explore our programs to find the guidance, resources, and expertise that help our region learn, grow, and thrive.

Discover our full list of programs and services


Our Impact 

Our advisors, specialists, and volunteers work together to support agriculture, natural resources, healthy living, and youth development across Sutter and Yuba Counties.

Spanish-language training for field workers on soil, water, and pest management led by UCCE Water Resources Specialist Sam Sandoval.

By the numbers:

  • 15,336 educational interactions
  • 76 academic-led workshops and field days
  • 21,486 volunteer hours
  • 6,554 residents reached by Master Gardener volunteers
  • 2,086 youth engaged in the 4-H Youth Development Program

Learn more in our Mid-Year Review (PDF, 649 KB) and Annual Reports 


Featured Project: Growing Healthy Futures for Sutter County Youth

UC Cooperative Extension Sutter–Yuba is expanding hands-on learning opportunities for local youth through school gardens, STEM programs, nutrition education, and agriculture-focused activities. By partnering across CalFresh Healthy Living, 4-H Youth Development, and Master Gardeners, this project brings research-supported experiences directly to students, helping them build confidence, connect with nature, and discover healthy habits that last a lifetime.

Learn more about our Featured Project (PDF, 2.6 MB)

Participants running and walking in the UCCE Sutter–Yuba 4-H Color Me Green 5K at the Sierra Foothill Research and Extension Center

Our Cooperative Partnership

UCCE Sutter–Yuba works in close collaboration with Sutter County and Yuba County to bring UC research, education, and community programs directly to local residents. Our county partners play a vital role in supporting services that strengthen agriculture, youth development, healthy living, and natural resource stewardship across the region.

Visit the Sutter County website or the Yuba County website

Contribute for a Better Future

Upcoming Events

Flyer inviting farmers and ranchers to join Sierra Harvest and Nevada County RCD for a two-part workshop on farm and ranch irrigation and water systems.
Event Date
July 7, 2026

Farm/Ranch IRRIGATION & Water Systems 101

This class, taught by Charlie McIntosh, Conservation Program Manager for Nevada County RCD, will be an overview of irrigation and livestock water systems used on farms and ranches…
Event Date
July 30, 2026

Rice Quality Workshop

Rice Quality WorkshopJuly 30, 2026 from 8:30 am – 12:30 pmAn in-depth workshop covering the factors affecting rice quality.Hillcrest Catering, 210 Julie Dr, Yuba City, CA
Save the Date for a Field Day at Sierra Foothill REC in Browns Valley on Saturday, September 26th
Event Date
September 6, 2026

FIELD DAY At Sierra Foothill REC

Save the Date for a Field Day at Sierra Foothill REC in Browns Valley on Saturday, September 26thJoin us for a day in the field where we will tour the research center and hear from UC advisors and…

Office Locations

Sutter-Yuba UCCE

142A Garden Hwy
Yuba City, CA 95991
United States

sutteryuba@ucanr.edu
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