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From field to fork, UC researchers are helping to keep the food system safe. See video of how California growers and processors are working with UC scientists to study the biology, ecology and possible sources of E. coli in agricultural systems.
“We see UC’s direct impact in agriculture every day. We’re a small industry. We don’t get past the receptionist. That’s why the UC relationship is so critical.”
-- Albert Keck, Thermal date farmer (Hadley Inc.)
Since the 1940s, UC researchers have developed dozens of varieties of fruits and vegetables, including grapes, strawberries, tangerines and spineless artichokes.
From monitoring dairy wastewater to advancing sustainable agriculture, UC researchers are helping ranchers and farmers manage their operations more efficiently, reducing their impact on the environment.
Find out more about what UC is doing to help agriculture.