Winter's shroud is needed to force tree crops into dormancy — it's necessary for budding, setting of fruit.

Industry may lose more than $1 billion; thousands of workers may lose their jobs.

Attacking the drought from all perspectives — that’s the power of public.

The world's most widely grown spice crop likely was first domesticated in central-east Mexico, according to a new study by UC Davis plant scientists and other researchers.

UC President Janet Napolitano witnessed firsthand the effects of the drought and learned about the university’s efforts to help farmers increase water efficiency and improve crop yields.

Increased levels of carbon dioxide — a hallmark of climate change — impair plants' growth and yield.

Sampling a tasty tomato set Tim Galarneau on the path to blending agriculture and food with sustainability.

UC researchers and educators across the state are encouraging children and their families to eat healthier diets.

UC researchers offer insights on coping with the state's extended dry spell.

First-generation collegian seizes opportunities to move into graduate research in agriculture.

The microbial communities living on the surface of grapes may shape a wine’s terroir — the unique blend of vineyard soil and climate of every winegrowing region.

Experts confront paradox of want in the land of plenty.