UC ANR studies food, pests, environment, wildfire, youth development & nutrition for California.
UC Agriculture & Natural Resources studies food, pests, #environment, #wildfire, youth development & #nutrition for California. Please follow our Principles of Community when participating in this online community. https://ucanr.edu/sites/ucanr/About_ANR/Principles_of_Community/
06/19/2026
On , we honor the freedom, resilience, and contributions of Black Americans while reflecting on our collective responsibility to advance equity and opportunity.
Together, we celebrate progress and reaffirm our commitment to creating communities where everyone can thrive.
06/18/2026
Looking for your next career opportunity? UC ANR is hiring for a variety of positions across California!
Whether you're interested in research, education, administration, communications, technology, or community engagement, there's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting communities throughout the state.
Explore our current openings and learn more about joining the UC ANR team: ucanr.edu/jobs
Know someone who might be a great fit? Share this post and help us spread the word!
This and , UC ANR reminds you to fill your plate with colorful fruits and vegetables every day!
Eating a variety of produce provides essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber that support overall health and well-being. Whether you're enjoying fresh, frozen, canned or dried options, every serving counts toward a healthier lifestyle.
Share your favorite fruit or vegetable in the comments!
VIDEO DESCRIPTION
This video highlights the many benefits of eating fruits and vegetables, including supporting heart health, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, and providing essential vitamins, minerals and fiber. It also shares recommended daily intake amounts and encourages viewers to "eat the rainbow" by enjoying a variety of colorful produce.
Learn how adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet can support a healthier lifestyle and overall well-being.
06/16/2026
From June 23–26, experts will join scientists and agricultural leaders from Argentina and Chile in Río Negro Province to discuss practical solutions for increasing weather variability, water scarcity and climate resilience.
By sharing research, technologies and decision-support tools, this international collaboration aims to help growers strengthen the sustainability and productivity of forage, fruit, nut and vegetable crop systems in a changing climate.
https://ucanr.edu/blog/food-blog/article/argentina
06/16/2026
is here, and so is peak gardening season! 🌱☀️
Our UC Master Gardeners share simple tips to help your garden thrive during the warmer months. UC Master Gardener Program
06/13/2026
Strong communities start with empowered youth.
In County, California 4-H programs are helping teens gain valuable workforce skills, engage in their communities and make healthier choices.
Through leadership opportunities, volunteer service and hands-on learning experiences, young people develop teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills that prepare them for future success.
These programs also help break down barriers to participation, ensuring more youth have access to opportunities that support college and career readiness, civic engagement and health equity.
Learn how Sacramento teens are making a difference while building skills for the future. 🌟
https://ucanr.edu/blog/uc-delivers/article/sacramento-teens-increase-workforce-readiness-civic-engagement-and-health
U.S. Department of Agriculture
06/12/2026
How many roads out of your community are enough during a ?
According to new UC Cooperative Extension and UC Santa Barbara research, the answer may be six. Researchers found wildfire fatalities drop sharply in communities with six or more evacuation routes.
The findings highlight the importance of evacuation planning, early warning systems and community preparedness as wildfire risk expands across the country.
Visit the interactive map here:
https://www.ucanr.edu/blog/green-blog/article/wildfire6exits
UC ANR Fire Network
06/11/2026
A neglected lot has been transformed into a thriving and pollinator habitat thanks to UC Master Gardener volunteers and community partners.
The new native plant garden supports and other while providing visitors with ideas for creating pollinator-friendly landscapes at home.
Learn how local volunteers are helping monarchs one garden at a time.
https://ucanr.edu/blog/green-blog/article/slo-monarch-habitat
UC Master Gardeners - San Luis Obispo County
UC Master Gardener Program
06/11/2026
climate scientist Daniel Swain has become one of the nation’s most trusted voices on weather and climate.
Read why The Atlantic says the media keeps calling on him:
Why the Media Keep Quoting the Same Climate Scientist Daniel Swain has a knack for breaking down the complexities of climate and weather into precise but accessible ideas.
06/11/2026
UC Cooperative Extension and researchers are helping California’s tomato industry combat branched broomrape, a parasitic w**d that threatens crop production.
Through research, field testing, and industry partnerships, UCCE is helping develop practical sanitation and management strategies to reduce the spread and protect growers’ fields.
California Department of Food and Agriculture
College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, UC Davis
https://ucanr.edu/blog/food-blog/article/tomato-w**d