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Foundation created to energize community support for UC ANR mission

Building on the efforts of UC ANR's Development Services team, the new foundation strengthens partnerships with the philanthropic community to advance leading-edge research and innovative extension programs. Photo by Evett Kilmartin

Board of Directors to promote philanthropy through advocacy and fundraising in support of agriculture, natural resources and community health The new University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Foundation has been established to...

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Placer and Nevada Counties are home to 2,097 farms, according to the 2012 USDA Census of Agriculture, and 32% of those farmers are considered beginning farmers, having less than 10 years experience in operating a farm. The local food movement has contributed to a growing interest in small-scale farming. Other reasons for starting a small farm include a need for income from existing property and a desire to "get back to the land." Many beginning farmers have limited agricultural and business experience, so farm business management training is a critical need.

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