2018 News Archive
Grant supports farm research
December 6, 2018
A grant from the Ida and Robert Gordon Family Foundation makes possible groundbreaking sustainable agriculture research.
Measure 43 grants available for UCSC undergraduates
November 20, 2018
UCSC undergraduates may apply for Measure 43 grants to support sustainable food, health, and wellness projects
Campus opens new hub for student food security, support
November 15, 2018
A new basic needs cafe at Cowell College offers free coffee, prepared meals, a juicing station and pastries—all intended to provide low income students with healthy options and alleviate stressors related to feeding themselves.
CASFS Farm & Garden grads featured on "Our Farms, Our Future" podcast
November 9, 2018
CASFS Farm & Garden Apprenticeship grads Karen Washington and Molly Rockamann are featured on the "Our Farms, Our Future" podcast
Produce Pop-Up opens for Fall Quarter 2018
October 15, 2018
Get low-cost, organic produce twice a week at the Produce Pop-Up.
CASFS Apprenticeship course members receive CCOF Future Organic Farmer Grants
October 8, 2018
2018 CASFS Apprenticeship course have received Future Organic Farmer grants from the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) Foundation.
Apprenticeship featured in Edible Monterey Bay
September 24, 2018
The CASFS Apprenticeship training program at the UCSC Farm & Garden is profiled in the article "Genius & Justice," in Edible Monterey Bay's fall issue
13th Annual Campus Food & Garden Guide is now available
September 14, 2018
Learn how to get involved in food systems work, get access to healthy food, and get involved in the campus farm and gardens.
UCSC Farm hosts Fall Harvest Festival on September 30
September 6, 2018
Visit the UCSC Farm on September 30 and celebrate the beauty and abundance of fall.
Farm to Fork event raises funds for education programs
August 27, 2018
7th Farm to Fork fundraising event draws a full house to the UCSC Farm
Hay Barn receives American Institute of Architects award
August 15, 2018
Cowell Ranch Hay Barn receives an American Institute of Architects, California Council Design Award.
SF Chronicle profiles CASFS Apprenticeship grad
August 13, 2018
CASFS Farm & Garden Apprenticeship grad Joanna Letz and her Bluma Farm are profiled in this San Francisco Chronicle article.
Natural habitat can help farmers control pests, but not always a win-win
July 30, 2018
An international team of scientists found that natural habitat surrounding farm fields is not always an effective pest-control tool for farmers worldwide.
Farm ranked among top college farms
June 29, 2018
The UC Santa Cruz Farm has been ranked among the top 15 college farms in the country by Best Value Schools.
Applications open for 2019 Apprenticeship, scholarship support available
June 15, 2018
Applications are open for the 2019 Apprenticeship in Ecological Horticulture, with expanded scholarship support available to cover course fees.
UCSC students are encouraged to apply for Global Food Initiative Fellowships
June 4, 2018
Apply now for a Global Food Initiative Fellowship. The application deadline is Friday, June 8.
UCSC Farm & Garden Market Cart opens Friday, June 1
May 24, 2018
Friday, June 1 is the opening day of the UCSC Farm & Garden Market Cart, located at the corner of Bay & High Streets.
Cowell Ranch Hay Barn website debuts
May 21, 2018
New website offers background and rental information on Cowell Hay Barn.
Cowell coffee shop to transform into a basic needs cafe
May 15, 2018
We are pleased to share that Cowell College and Dining Services are moving forward in partnership with the Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems (CASFS) to transform the Cowell Coffee Shop into a multi-service basic needs cafe with extended weekend hours, that will maintain a study space for students coupled with free coffee and tea and a food pantry.
Cowell Ranch Hay Barn recognized for energy-efficient systems
April 30, 2018
The newly restored Cowell Ranch Hay Barn continues to reap recognition and awards, the latest from professionals in the field of building systems design.
Bill McKibben, Daniel Ellsberg headline Right Livelihood Laureates' Conference at UC Santa Cruz
April 19, 2018
Climate change activist Bill McKibben and whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg are two of the crusading global leaders gathering May 15-17 at UC Santa Cruz for the Right Livelihood Conference, a three-day series of public events focused on advancing social and environmental justice.
Spring Plant Sale Takes Place April 28-29
April 17, 2018
Annual Spring Plant Sale offers a wide array of organically grown selections for the gardener and landscaper.
UCSC Basic Needs Website Launched
April 9, 2018
New website offers basic needs information for UCSC students.
Homegrown help
March 13, 2018
New ag tunnels will allow the UC Santa Cruz Farm and Garden to provide a year-round supply of healthy, low-cost produce to dining halls, food pantries, and market pop-ups on campus as part of the effort to address food insecurity.
Spring events at the UCSC Farm & Alan Chadwick Garden
March 12, 2018
Find out about the many events coming up this spring at the UCSC Farm and Alan Chadwick Garden.
UC Berkeley Research features work of CASFS Farm & Garden alumni
February 27, 2018
UC Berkeley Research features the food justice work of CASFS Farm & Garden Apprenticeship grads Karen Washington and Cathrine Sneed as part of Black History Month outreach.
USDA funds efforts to bring underrepresented students into agriculture
February 23, 2018
A unique collaboration between UC Santa Cruz and the U.S. Department of Agriculture is supporting underrepresented students who are interested in agriculture-related fields.
At the nexus of food, energy, and water: Elliot Campbell bridges the research gap
February 21, 2018
Elliott Campbell is an environmental engineer who is drawn to research at the nexus of food, water, and energy.
Giving Day 2018: Support the Friends of the Farm & Garden on February 28
February 20, 2018
On February 28, support the Friends of the UCSC Farm & Garden with a Giving Day donation
New Organic Pop Up location added for winter quarter
February 5, 2018
Two campus locations offer low-cost organic produce on Mondays and Thursdays during winter quarter through March 8.
CASFS researcher Damian Parr featured in ag education article
February 1, 2018
CASFS researcher and educator Damian Parr is featured in this Modern Farmer on the status of agricultural education programs nationwide.
Elliott Campbell appointed to chair in water resources and food system sustainability
January 18, 2018
Elliott Campbell, associate professor of environmental studies, was honored as the inaugural holder of the Stephen R. Gliessman Presidential Chair in Water Resources and Food System Sustainability.
CASFS and the Friends of the Farm & Garden announce winter 2018 community workshop schedule
January 1, 2018
The 2018 winter series of fruit tree and gardening classes feature expert advice and instruction for the home gardener and small-scale farmer.
