Farmers, ranchers and anyone else who raises cows, horses and other large animals in the Central Valley and across the U.S. face a major problem – not enough veterinarians to care for their animals.

Choose the correct shape, and don't forget the headspace! Canning jars are a great choice when it comes to packaging foods for the freezer. They’re durable, reusable, leakproof, and they keep food ...

Gathering fresh eggs laid by chickens in your backyard may sound idyllic, but keeping the birds healthy requires some special knowledge. Avian influenza, salmonella, predators, food safety, choosing ...

4-H members entry fee is $10 for the first category, they may enter up to 2 additional categories at a $5.00 entry fee for each additional category (ie: 3 entries = $20, 2 entries = $15). 4H ...

Crystal Crimbchin has seen firsthand the staggering collapse of monarch butterflies in San Luis Obispo County. As volunteer co-coordinator for the Xerces Society in the area, she helps organize over ...

Dehydration preserves food by removing 80–95% of its moisture, which inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and molds that require water to grow. It is one of the oldest preservation methods, dating ...

For most of human history, feeding a family involved navigating times when food was plentiful, such as at harvest time, and periods when it was scarce. Before methods of food preservation were ...

The countdown has begun for the 2026 Great Tomato Plant Sale (GTPS) in Contra Costa County—and we’re especially excited about this year’s selection. Yes, your beloved, tried-and-true favorites are ...

A new report published by UC ANR summarizes contributions made by all of the people working California's diverse landscapes, from farmworkers to park rangers. Report: California working landscapes – ...

Let’s be real—California's rodent issue is extensive. In some areas, it may seem like an infinite sea of rats and mice. Commensal rodents, those that live among and benefit from association with ...

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources' innovation arm, UC ANR Innovate, in partnership with Farmhand Ventures, has selected six agricultural technology companies for VINE Connect, ...

$15 million statewide collaboration unites state, university and industry leaders to fast-track agricultural innovation, workforce development and regional economic growth California has launched the ...