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Before retiring or submitting your letter of resignation, join this webinar to explore some items to consider when starting a farm.  Topics covered will include business structure, business planning, farm insurance, registering your farm, financing your farm and applying for USDA programs and…

This free educational webinar will cover:peach tree basicsrootstocks and scionssite selectionpruning and thinningsunburn and frost protectionnutrient and water managementIPM for key pestsWith Raymond Mireles (UCCE Fresno and Tulare), Steve Fukagawa (Fukagawa Farms, Fresno), and David Ulmer (Ulmer's Acres,…

Join UC Cooperative Extension and UC Davis Veterinary Medicine for a free, Tuesday-evening webinar series focused on practical beef cattle health and management. The sessions cover topics important to cattle health and management and include lots of visuals. Webinars are held live and participants have the…

Wednesdays • January 14 – March 18, 2026 • Free virtual seriesHosted by CAFF, UC Organic Agriculture Institute (UC OAI), and UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE)Thinking about transitioning your crop operation to organic? Join us for a ten-week webinar series designed to guide producers through every major step…

This free educational webinar will cover:key considerations for commercial productionscaling upsustainable management practiceseconomic viabilityWith Ben Faber (UCCE Ventura and Santa Barbara), Rebecca Bozzelli and Ross Cannard (7 Moons Farm, Sonoma), Robert Abbott (Abbott Ranch, Carpinteria), and Michael…

Hours: Friday, January 16: 12pm-4pmSaturday, January 17: 8am-4pmSunday, January 18: 8am-12pmWhere: UC Hopland Research and Extension Center. 4070 University Road, Hopland, CA 95449. Limited low cost accommodation available for additional cost. Contact hbird@ucanr.edu to find out more…

This presentation will explore the biology and history of the Purple Martin, their remarkable aerial insect-eating habits, the conservation challenges impacting the species, recommendations on martin housing, and effective techniques for colony attraction and management.Presenter: Courtney Rousseau,…

This free educational webinar will cover:Fungal disease identification and organic management with Akif Eskalen, PhD (UCCE)Fire blight identification and organic management with Jim Adaskaveg, PhD (UC Riverside)Codling moth identification and organic management with Jhalendra Rijal, PhD (UCCE)Cover crops…

Join UC Cooperative Extension and UC Davis Veterinary Medicine for a free in-person BQA certification course. There will be a combination of chute-side and classroom learning, covering topics such as animal health, stockmanship, meat quality, and biosecurity.  Registration is free. Sign up at ucanr…

California's Native plants are more than just a resource; they are our living link between culture, health, and the land. For millennia, Indigenous peoples have stewarded hundreds of these plants for food, medicine, and fiber, cultivating a vast, biodiverse ecosystem. Today, Native practitioners continue to…

In this webinar, we’ll learn the basics of farm animal welfare certification programs- what they are, the differences between existing programs, the value of certification, how to become certified, and funding opportunities to help you achieve certification. Whether you’re already seriously considering…

Anna and Shae Pesek co-own and operate Over the Moon Farm in rural eastern Iowa, where they raise farrow-to-finish Berkshire hogs and pastured poultry. They’ve been running a meat subscription since 2021, experimenting with different formats as their business has evolved. In this webinar, they’ll share how…

The mission of the California Naturalist Program is to foster a diverse community of naturalists and promote stewardship of California's natural resources through education and service.The California Naturalist Program promotes environmental literacy and stewardship through discovery and…

The 38th Annual California Small Farm Conference is now open for registration! From February 22–27, 2026, join thousands of farmers, food system advocates, farmers’ market leaders, educators, and more from across California for a week of learning, skill-building, and community connection. This year's theme…

This virtual information session is focused on the Rural Energy for America Program, and will cover information on the USDA RD Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). The program provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable…

With AI, humane washing, greenwashing, and market fluctuations shaping consumer perception, livestock producers need clear, authentic marketing to stay competitive. This session, led by Michele Thorne, Executive Director of the Good Meat Project, will explore the 2026 marketing trends, threats, and…

Join us for an inspiring and informative session as Elizabeth shares her experience of hosting a farmstay on her partner's 5th-generation family farm since 2020. From the first seeds of the idea to building a unique guest experience rooted in heritage and hospitality, this webinar offers an authentic behind…

The course will be held March 16th to March 19th, 2026 and includes four days of activities and discussion.More detailed information on the schedule will be sent to registered participants closer to the beginning of the course.PricingThis field trip is being offered for $1000.Registration is requested no…

Farm life is unpredictable, and emergencies with your livestock can happen at any time. Join us for this second essential webinar in our First Aid Fundamentals series, "First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for Pigs", where we'll provide practical, hands-on knowledge to help you care for pigs in…