Science-based solutions for Marin's communities, farms, and environment

Our Mission

Our mission is to sustain a vital agriculture, environment, and community in Marin County by providing University of California research-based information in agriculture, natural resource management, healthy living, and youth development. We consult with individuals and organizations, publish newsletters, produce information for mass media, and conduct seminars and workshops.

Program Areas

Agriculture and Natural Resources		Community Nutrition and Health
Fire Science		Forest Health
Human-Wildlife Interaction		Marin County 4-H Program
Master Gardeners		Specialty Crops
Sustainable Agriculture		Urban Horticulture

Contact Information

UC Cooperative Extension, Marin
1682 Novato Boulevard, Suite 150-B
Novato, CA 94947

Phone: (415) 473-4204
4-H Desk: (415) 473-4207
Fax: (415) 473-4209

Director: David J Lewis

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Upcoming Programs

Become a Marin Master Gardener
Applications are now open through August 30 for the 2025 Marin Master Gardener training.

Are you a lifelong learner and keen gardener who enjoys sharing what you know with others in the community? Join the UC Marin Master Gardeners!

In addition to sharing research-based knowledge of horticulture and sustainable gardening practices with home gardeners in Marin, they also support the creation of local food sources and conduct community outreach through the Help Desk, social and print media, farmers' markets, talks and demonstrations, and community and school projects.

Click here to apply

Calendar

Event Name	Date
Exploring H2A Farm Workers	11/6/2024
Pruning Japanese Maples	11/6/2024
Climate- Climate Change and The Gardener Part 2	11/7/2024
Goat Day 2024	11/9/2024
Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm	11/12/2024

Drought Resources for Farmers and Ranchers

Program Websites

Grown in Marin

Marin Master Gardeners

California Oak Mortality Task Force

Marin Knotweed Action Team

Make a Gift UCCE Marin County Fund