Cooperative Extension, Sutter-Yuba Counties

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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

Transition to Organic Webinar Series starting Jan 14!
Event Date
January 14, 2026

Transition to Organic Webinar Series

Wednesdays • January 14 – March 18, 2026 • noon-1:15pm presentation and Q&A, 1:15pm-2pm optional office hours • Free virtual seriesHosted by CAFF, UC Organic Agriculture Institute (UC OAI), and…
TTTF Jan 16 (jpg 380 KB)
Event Date
January 16, 2026

Third Friday: Things from the Field

Join us for the Third Friday Things in the Field meeting on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the UCCE Yuba-Sutter Office. Special guest Raymond Mireles, UC Farm Advisor …
MG House Plant Care 2026 Series
Event Date
January 17, 2026

House Plant Care

Join the UC Master Gardeners for a Houseplant Care Workshop on January 17 at 9:00 a.m. at the UC Master Gardener Office in Yuba City. Learn practical houseplant care tips and watch a repotting…

Office Locations

Sutter-Yuba UCCE

142A Garden Hwy
Yuba City, CA 95991
United States

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