UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR)
Overview
UC Agriculture and Natural Resources connects university research with California communities through Cooperative Extension, research and extension centers, and statewide programs. Advisors, specialists, and educators translate science into practical information for agriculture, natural resources, food systems, and community needs. UC ANR anchors the California AgTech Alliance, while its Innovate program connects agricultural technology development and commercialization with grower needs, research infrastructure, and student robotics.
What they do
Research-based extension
Cooperative Extension advisors and specialists across all 58 counties give farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses research-based guidance through local field trials, workshops, and field days.
Field research centers
Nine research and extension centers across California's farming regions host field trials by researchers and agtech companies working with UC collaborators, along with field days and workshops for growers.
Agtech development and commercialization
Anchors the California AgTech Alliance and links agtech development and commercialization with grower needs, research infrastructure, and student robotics. It is also planning a West Sacramento innovation campus for food and agriculture startups.
Grower assistance and training
Gives farmers and ranchers one-on-one climate-smart agriculture assistance with project design, conservation planning, and grant writing, and offers self-paced online courses on pest management and pesticide safety.
Programs and services
Locations
- Headquarters address 2801 Second Street, Davis, CA 95618, United States