UC Cooperative Extension Sonoma County

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Welcome

In Sonoma County, the UC Cooperative Extension academic staff is at the forefront of change, working to preserve agriculture, helping communities shape wise public policy, and strengthening community development and leadership in our youth and adults. 

Cooperative Extension started in 1914 to help farmers, homemakers, and youth use the latest university research to improve their lives. At first geared towards strengthening rural areas, Cooperative Extension became integral to urban and suburban communities as well. A century later, Cooperative Extension continues to provide a vital link between public universities and communities.

Providing a vital link between public universities and communities.

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Bringing UC Research to Our Community

Explore our science-based programs and expertise that support agriculture, natural resources, youth development, and healthy living across Sonoma County.

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4-H Youth Development

4-H helps young people build leadership, confidence, and life skills through hands-on learning in agriculture, science, and community service.

Learn about 4-H

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Forestry

Forestry focuses on helping forests stay healthy, resilient, and safe by providing resources, information and research.

Learn about Forestry

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Master Gardeners

Master Gardeners share research-based gardening advice to help residents create healthy, sustainable gardens and landscapes.

Get Gardening Help

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Dairy

The dairy program provides research, resources, and exposure to keep Sonoma County dairies safe and healthy.

Explore more about the Dairy Program

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Specialty Crops

The Specialty Crops program addresses the sustainability production needs for over 200 crops.

Learn about Specialty Crops

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Climate Smart Agriculture

The Climate Smart Agriculture programs provides assistance with project needs and guidance for local farmers and ranchers.

Learn about Climate Smart Agriculture

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Office Locations

UC Cooperative Extension Sonoma County

133 Aviation Blvd., Suite 109
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
United States

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of California Cooperative Extension is to extend information developed at the University of California to enhance quality of life and the environmental and economic well-being of the citizens of California through research and education.

Cooperative Extension has research support and organizational capacity in agriculture and natural resources, in family and consumer sciences, in community resources development and in youth development. University of California advisors are housed in County Cooperative Extension offices throughout California. These advisors extend knowledge and provide county research in selected Cooperative Education program areas. Specialists housed on University campuses conduct research and work with advisors in the counties to provide information for dissemination.