At UC ANR, we are dedicated to helping Californians, and people across the country and globe, meet the pressing challenges of today. In addition to overseeing UC Cooperative Extension offices and programs, we administer 17 statewide programs and institutes that advance crucial research and outreach efforts to address these critical priorities.

CalFresh Healthy Living Link

To inspire and empower under-served Californians to improve their health by promoting awareness, education, and community change through diverse partnerships, resulting in healthy eating and active living.

California Institute for Water Resources Link

Our mission is to bring knowledge into practice through collaborations that address water resource challenges.

Community Nutrition and Health Link

We are a statewide network of researchers and educators promoting holistic health and equitable communities for all Californians.

Informatics and Geographic Information Systems Link

UC ANR’s leader for geospatial knowledge and innovation, meeting the growing demand for tools, data, training, and support across the ANR Continuum.

Nutrition Policy Institute Link

NPI conducts and evaluates research related to the impact of nutrition and physical activity on public health.

Research and Information Centers (RICs) Link

The RICs represent a collaborative effort among researchers to disseminate knowledge that benefits agriculture and conserves natural resources.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program Link

Strengthening sustainable farming and food systems in California.

UC ANR Fire Network Link

We provide science-based information, training and tools to help homeowners and communities reduce wildfire risk and live more safely with fire.

UC ANR Innovate Link

We bring together the people, resources, and infrastructure to move good ideas from breakthrough to impact.

UC ANR Policy Institute Link

We are the one-stop shop for policymakers to find and easily access scientists and cutting-edge research on issues critical to California.

UC ANR Small Farms Network Link

We serve as an information hub connecting small-scale farms to research and education resources of the University of California.

UC Environmental Stewards Link

We offer two certification courses delivered by our community partners throughout California.

UC Integrated Pest Management Program Link

Sharing science-based solutions for your pest problems

UC Master Food Preserver Program Link

We are an education and outreach program that shares research-based information on home food safety and preservation.

UC Master Gardener Program Link

Our mission is to provide California residents with research-based information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices.

UC Organic Agriculture Institute Link

We provide research, extension, and education to meet the needs of organic growers in California.

4-H Youth Development Program Link

We welcome youth ages 5 to 18 and adult volunteers to join and become part of the largest youth development program in the nation.