Blueberries and green beans in paper trays on a yellow checked tablecloth

Global Food Initiative

UC is working to address one of the critical issues of our time: How to sustainably and nutritiously feed a world population expected to reach 8 billion by 2025.

Sustainable Agriculture Education Association conference overview
UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, with support from the UC Global Food Initiative, hosted the Sustainable Agriculture Education Association national conference, highlighting hands-on educational efforts that bridge scientific and social issues.
Robots and people working together to save water, enhance agriculture
Technology could change the way crops are maintained worldwide.
Mass oyster die-off in S.F. Bay related to atmospheric rivers
Study first to show biological impact of atmospheric rivers.
Food pantry, county food bank partner to feed more students
Weekly food deliveries from the food bank will include fresh produce.