University of California Resources

UC Cooperative Extension offices provice farm, 4-H, nutrition and consumer sciences advisors based in more than 50 county offices.

Other Online UC Resources

Research and Information Centers (RICs): Commodity-specific centers that provide resource and information development and distribution: Agronomy, Postharvest Technology, Weeds, Rangeland, Seed Biotechnology, Dairy, Vegetables, Fruits and Nuts, Ornamental Horticulture, Consumer Research
Postharvest Technology Center: Recommendations for maintaining postharvest quality in fruits and nuts. Dept. of Plant Sciences, UC Davis.
Master Gardener Program: UC-trained volunteers extend research-based information to the public about home horticulture. This website contains contact information for Master Gardener programs in California counties.
UC IPM Online: Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program
Identify and manage insects, mites, diseases, nematodes, weeds, and vertebrates. IPM links related to fruit and nut pest management: UC IPM useful links
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program: Supports California farmers in developing and implementing sustainable production systems.
Office of Pesticide Information and Coordination: Provides information pertaining to pesticide research, experimentation, and use
UC Kearney Agricultural Center (KAC): UC's largest off-campus agricultural research facility.
Tree Fruit Integrated Pest Management: for information pertaining to IPM for fruit and nut crops.
UC Davis Olive Center: For the education of consumers on the characteristics, uses, and health benefits of California olive oil and table olives.
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