Our Mission and Structure
The University of California's 64 Cooperative Extension (UCCE) offices are local problem-solving centers serving every county in California. UCCE Glenn County is located in Orland, California, at the Glenn County North Administration Building.
UCCE is a full partnership of federal, state, county, and private resources linked in applied research and educational outreach. We work with federal, state, county, and local government agencies, as well as individuals and private entities, to extend the University’s knowledge.
Our People and Reach
More than 400 campus-based specialists and county-based farm, home, and youth advisors work as teams to bring the University's research-based information to Californians.
Academic Advisors work with farmers to implement more efficient growing methods, solve pest management problems, and develop smart water-use strategies.
Natural Resource Advisors conduct wildfire education and research natural resources conservation.
Nutrition Educators promote nutritious eating habits and exercise for better health.
4-H Youth Development engages youth to become the citizens of tomorrow.
Thousands of volunteers extend our reach through the Master Gardener, Master Food Preserver, California Naturalist, and the California 4-H Youth Development Programs. UCCE's many teaching tools include meetings, conferences, workshops, demonstrations, field days, video programs, newsletters, and manuals.
Glenn County History and UCCE's Role
Glenn County is nestled in the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, 100 miles north of Sacramento, where the major commodities are almonds, rice, milk products, olives, and livestock. Created on March 5, 1895, the county seat is Willows, while our office is located in Orland. Named for Dr. Hugh J. Glenn, the largest wheat farmer in the state during his lifetime, Glenn County is situated at the cross-roads of Interstate 5 and State Route 32.
The University of California Extension was first introduced to Glenn County in 1915. UCCE Glenn County continues this legacy by providing programs tailored to meet the needs of county residents, including exceptional 4-H and Master Gardener programs, as well as expert advice for farmers and growers. Small town living and proximity to natural resources (Mendocino National Forest, hunting, and fishing) are primary reasons people choose to live and raise their children here.