U.C. Cooperative Extension's mission is to develop and deliver research-based information to the people of Stanislaus County, enabling them to make informed decisions and improve their economic well-being and quality of life. Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development and Nutrition, Family and Consumer Sciences advisors are highly trained and are supported by a statewide staff of University of California faculty, U.C. Cooperative Extension specialists and U.S.D.A. researchers. We carry out our mission in two major ways: problem solving through applied research and education. Most of our applied research is conducted in local field trials working directly with growers and producers. The information is delivered to our clientele via classroom and in-field workshops, seminars, web sites, publications, phone calls, office visits, on-farm consultations, email, television and radio programs, newsletters and articles in newspapers and magazines. Our goal is to continue to address local problems supporting the continued economic viability of the agricultural industry, a safe and secure food supply, clean air and water and healthy communities.