Blueberries and green beans in paper trays on a yellow checked tablecloth

Global Food Initiative

UC is working to address one of the critical issues of our time: How to sustainably and nutritiously feed a world population expected to reach 8 billion by 2025.

Sustainable Agriculture Education Association conference overview
UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, with support from the UC Global Food Initiative, hosted the Sustainable Agriculture Education Association national conference, highlighting hands-on educational efforts that bridge scientific and social issues.
Google Glass app helps scientists analyze plants' health in seconds
Scientists from UCLA’s California NanoSystems Institute have developed a Google Glass app that, when paired with a handheld device, enables the wearer to quickly analyze the health of a plant without damaging it.
Tapping into healthy drink choices
Low-quality water in rural immigrant communities could be prompting kids to drink sugary beverages.
UC Davis and California Strawberry Commission settle lawsuit, set new direction
As part of renewed commitment to a public breeding program that creates new varieties for California’s strawberry farmers, UC Davis announces hiring of new breeder for Strawberry Breeding Program.