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Several areas of research in the past have received emphasis and have been significantly productive over the Centers history since its founding in 1951: sheep productivity and management; range improvement, particularly emphasizing vegetation management and soil fertility; wildlife science, with par...
Native and Introduced Plants In 1952, a botanical survey was initiated to document all the known vascular plants that occur on the Center's 5,358 acres. By 1954, nearly 450 species were recorded.
The Hopland Research & Extension Center (HREC) is soliciting proposals for new and continuing research projects for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
All field trips are grounded in research conducted by scientists at the UC Hopland Research and Extension Center. Grade specific field trips align with NGSS. "Highly organized...
The UC Hopland Research and Extension Center ranches a flock of 340 western whiteface ewes for rangeland research and education programs. Come meet the flock and learn key skills associated with running your own flock, or working with sheep.
Deer populations in California have exhibited marked declines in the last two decades, with estimates of population decline as great as 50% since 1991.
Human-derived nitrogen (N) flows into natural systems via agriculture, fossil fuel combustion, and other actions associated with industrialization, are recognized among the most significant and widespread threats to plant community diversity and stability.
