Santa Cruz County
Welcome to UC Cooperative Extension of Santa Cruz County
For over a century, the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) has improved the natural resources of Santa Cruz County by providing knowledge based on sound science in various fields. The programs offered by UCCE encompass a wide range of areas, including agriculture, irrigation and water management, youth development, forestry management and climate change.
4-H Santa Cruz County
The Santa Cruz County 4-H program offers young people ages 5–18 meaningful opportunities to learn life skills, explore science, agriculture and civic engagement, and lead in their communities.
Climate Smart Agriculture
Our Climate Smart Agriculture initiative supports growers by promoting practices that boost soil health, reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and increase water-use efficiency.
Santa Cruz Mountains Forests
In the Santa Cruz Mountains, science-based stewardship helps protect biodiversity, reduce wildfire risk, and keep forests resilient.
Strawberries and Caneberries
The Strawberry and Caneberry Program supports growers across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties through applied research and on-farm collaboration.
UC Master Gardeners of Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties
UC Master Gardeners are trained volunteers offering research-based gardening advice, classes, and community programs to help local gardeners thrive.
Contribute for a Better Future
Office Locations
UC Cooperative Extension County of Santa Cruz
500 Westridge Drive
Watsonville, CA 95076
United States