UC Cooperative Extension Marin County

A Partnership for Progress

UC Cooperative Extension Marin County sustains a vital agriculture, environment, and community by providing University of California research-based information across key areas including natural resource management, healthy living, and youth development. Our specialized programs deliver local solutions and foster community engagement to address the county's most critical needs, a mission proudly supported and funded through our close partnership with County of Marin.

Timely Resources for Agriculture

Find essential research and information to manage water use and production through drought conditions with our dedicated Drought Resources for Farmers and Ranchers.

Our Community-Centered Programs

UC Cooperative Extension Marin County sustains a vital agriculture, environment, and community by providing University of California research-based information across key areas including natural resource management, healthy living, and youth development. Our specialized programs deliver local solutions and foster community engagement to address the county's most critical needs.Program Areas

Agriculture & Natural Resources

This core program provides the foundation for sustainable land management across Marin County, focusing on the research-based intersection of agricultural viability and ecological health. We address critical regional issues—such as rangeland management, soil conservation, and protecting watershed health—to ensure the long-term prosperity of our natural landscapes and farming communities.

Community Nutrition & Health

This program empowers Marin residents to adopt healthier lifestyles through education focused on nutrition, food safety, and chronic disease prevention. We deliver evidence-based programs designed to improve the health and well-being of families and support our aging population.

Fire Science

Leveraging UC research, this program provides the community and land managers with essential knowledge on fire ecology, risk reduction, and proactive management strategies. We focus on prescribed fire, home hardening, and creating defensible space to build fire-resilient communities and ecosystems.

Forest Health

This program focuses on maintaining the resilience of Marin County's forests, mitigating disease spread (like Sudden Oak Death), and ensuring the ecological balance of local woodlands. We provide research and education to land managers and homeowners on sustainable stewardship practices to protect our natural resources.

Human-Wildlife Interactions

We provide science-based information and strategies to manage conflicts and promote coexistence between Marin County residents and local wildlife populations. The program addresses issues related to property damage, livestock protection, and disease prevention through effective management techniques.

Marin County 4-H Program

This youth development program empowers young people (ages 5-19) to grow into leaders through hands-on, experiential learning in project areas like STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement. Supported by adult volunteers, 4-H builds critical skills, confidence, and a commitment to community improvement.

Marin Master Gardeners

We provide public workshops, answer gardening questions, and offer expertise on topics ranging from pest management to creating water-wise landscapes.

Specialty Crops

We support the economic viability of Marin's diverse and high-value agricultural sector.

Sustainable Agriculture

We support the long-term economic and ecological viability of the county's farming and ranching operations.

Urban Horticulture

We promote best practices to help community gardeners thrive while conserving water and natural resources.

Subscribe & Stay Informed

Sign up for our program-specific mailing lists to get the most relevant research and information delivered straight to your inbox:

• Master Gardeners Program: Receive the Leaflet newsletter for bimonthly seasonal advice, gardening tips, and fact-based pest and garden solutions.
• Community Nutrition and Health Program: Join our mailing list for information on events focusing on the needs of our aging population.
• Forest Health: Subscribe to the California Oak Mortality Task Force for the quarterly Sudden Oak Death newsletter.
   

Targeted Collaborative Program Websites

Explore our specialized websites for in-depth program information, resources, and initiatives developed in partnership with County of Marin:

• Grown in Marin: Supporting our local food system.
• Marin Food Policy Council: Driving food system change.
• Marin Knotweed Action Team: Managing invasive species.
• Marin Master Gardeners: Volunteer-powered horticultural expertise.
• California Oak Mortality Task Force: Fighting Sudden Oak Death
• View the 2024 UCCE Marin Annual Report (PDF, 4.3MB)