San Benito County

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Connecting UC Expertise with Our Community

Welcome to UC Cooperative Extension San Benito County. Here you’ll find the latest research, community-program announcements, and practical resources supporting agriculture, natural resources, fire safety, 4-H youth development, gardening, and more across San Benito, Monterey, and Santa Cruz counties. Whether you’re a rancher, gardener, educator, or family, we’re here to connect UC science with real-world solutions and local community needs.
 


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What is UC Cooperative Extension?

UC Cooperative Extension connects the power of UC research with the needs of local communities. Through county advisors, campus specialists, and volunteer programs like Master Gardeners and 4-H, we help grow resilient agriculture, protect natural resources, and support healthy families and youth. Our work is rooted in collaboration, service, and science.


Central Coast UC Cooperative Extension Mailing List 

Please join our mailing list to receive announcements for educational meetings and events hosted by UC Cooperative Extension Offices in Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties.

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