How UC helps three Central Valley farmers feed America
Research might seem like it happens primarily in labs or hospitals, under microscopes or with the latest in high-tech equipment. But in California, where farming has grown into a $60B industry, science is happening down on the farm — and research has literally become an essential part of putting food on the table.
From developing the Rosy Red Valencia orange to farming a smorgasboard of produce and textiles to sustainable irrigation methods, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources plays a critical role in helping farmers throughout California succeed in every facet of the production process.
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