Agriculture
UC is an essential partner to growers across the state.
Since its earliest beginnings, the University of California has helped growers and ranchers by delivering science-backed solutions to the most complex challenges facing our food supply. California’s farms and ranches supply 25 percent of the nation’s food, and we’re an essential partner to growers in all of California’s 58 counties.
UC’s investment in agricultural research extends beyond growing and harvesting to support safe food production and delivery, marketplace success, a sustainable farming environment and expanded science literacy across the state.
From crop production and farm management to beekeeping and viticulture, UC helps California feed America.
Made in the USA, grown in California
Fresh produce, nuts, wine — that abundance on your plate didn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of federal support for science and work by the University of California that goes back to the university’s earliest beginnings.
How UC delivers to your dinner table
From cutting-edge research to protect our farms to sparking curiosity in children through 4-H, UC is an engine for agriculture in California.
12 foods you couldn’t live without — brought to you by the University of California
Not only has UC developed some of the country’s most popular fruits and veggies, but our work to make crops more resilient and productive helps keep food prices down — a boon to the bottom line of consumers and farmers alike.
How UC helps 3 Central Valley farmers feed America
Three farmers who work closely with UC researchers and UC Cooperative Extension advisors to bring products to market and improve their productivity describe the significance of UC to their livelihoods, which energize a $61B state industry.
The 4-H alumni keeping California farming strong
UC’s 4-H program alumni find their spark, build real-world skills, and become adaptable, lifelong learners. Find out how these two alumni nurtured their youthful passions into fulfilling careers around farming.
