UC Delivers

UC Delivers is a collection of examples showing how UC ANR is making a difference in California's communities.

UC Delivers is managed by UC ANR Program Planning and Evaluation. For instructions on how to write a UC Delivers Post, click here. For instructions on how to submit a post, you can download this PDF. Please contact Christina Becker at christina.becker@ucop.edu for more information.

A photo of the golden hills, trees, and grasses at Range Camp, located in the Elkus Hills.

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Range Camp participants increase understanding of natural resources and ecosystems processes, supporting a more qualified workforce for California’s rangelands

February 25, 2021

By Julie A Finzel

Rangelands cover 62.9 million acres of California; almost 63% of the state. California rangelands support livestock production and provide important ecosystem services including wildlife habitat, recreation opportunities and beautiful viewsheds.

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EFNEP educator Nelly Camacho standing at healthy food demonstration table.

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Alameda County EFNEP educator responds to COVID-19 impact on food security by assisting families with accessing food resources

January 27, 2021

By Leah J Sourbeer

COVID-19 has impacted low-income communities by increasing rates of food insecurity. In Alameda County, the food insecurity rate is projected to increase 52% from 2018 to 2020.

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UCCE Kern County educator conducting training at an outdoor garden with participants.

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UCCE Kern County trains 18 community agencies to develop and sustain community gardens, promoting community health and wellness

January 12, 2021

According to County Health Rankings & Roadmap, Kern County's food insecurity rate of 23.8% exceeds California's rate of 18%. Almost 74% of Kern County adults are overweight or obese, posing chronic disease risks such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

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CAPSLO educators engaging young children in CATCH ECE activities

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UCCE partners with early childhood educators to increase physical activity in childcare for migrant farmworker families, supporting community health and wellness in Kern County

January 8, 2021

According to KidsData.org, almost 74% of Kern County adults are either overweight or obese. Furthermore, 2018 data from Department of Education Physical Fitness tests indicated that Kern fifth graders overweight or obese rates at 44.9%, were 5% higher than the state average.

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Educator shares CDC graphic and information on handwashing.

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Over 2,500 youth and adults statewide improve food safety practices after participating in EFNEP

January 8, 2021

By Chutima H Ganthavorn

The foodborne illness burden in the U.S. is estimated at 48 million cases, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3000 deaths each year (CDC.gov). This burden will likely increase during the coronavirus pandemic since more families are now cooking and preparing meals at home.

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