Small Farms Research and Extension
University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Small Farms Advisors and program staff serve as an information hub connecting small-scale farms to research and education resources of the University of California. We serve a diverse clientele including:
- Small-scale and diversified family farms
- Beginning, immigrant, and refugee farmers
- Growers of specialty crops not covered by traditional commodity-based extension programs
Click on "Find an Advisor" to get in touch with the Small Farms staff nearest you!
Small Farm Blogs
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Public invited to observe prescribed fire training June 4-9
The Monterey Bay area will host part of the first California Central Coast Prescribed Fire Training Exchange, or Cal-TREX. Fire practitioners from...
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Nearly 70% of private label avocado oil rancid or mixed with other oils
Researchers identify key markers to help professional retail buyers choose authentic products Avocado oil has become a popular choice for many...
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Exploring the complexities of cannabis farming in rural areas
Land use change in agricultural frontiers can have far-reaching social and environmental implications, such as habitat loss, water contamination,...
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Residents’ water security concerns could spur climate adaptations
Study: Climate impacts widespread across California, fueling worries over water supply As water system managers across California devise...
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Winter atmospheric rivers gave pathogens, diseases path to infect crops
Outbreaks similar to El Niño-influenced issues of the 1990s The wave of atmospheric rivers that swept across the state this winter has...